Chitral Gol National Park is situated in the beautiful valley of Chitral. Best time to visit this park is from May to September. Chitral Gol is a narrow valley, its gorge running for some 18km before broadening out into a basin surrounded by high peaks. Numerous tributaries drain into the Chitral Gol, which flows southwards into the Kunar River. This park is famous for its Markhor goats, estimated 100-125 in 1970, and 225 in 1975. A more recent estimate indicates a population size of 650. Other ungulates, such as Siberian ibex and Ladakh urial (Shapu), occur in very small numbers, as do black bear. The status of snow leopard changed from tenuous security in 1970 to seriously threatened by 1974. The species does not appear to be resident, visiting the park occasionally. Wolves are seen less frequently following restrictions on grazing by livestock. Visitors and Visitor Facilities Include two hunting lodges, originally built by the Mehtars. The park also provides shelter to the elusive snow leopard and the occasional Black Bear.

Wildlife:

Mammals in the park include Snow leopard, Markhor, Brown bear, Wolf, Red fox, Yellow throated martin, Himalayan otter ( In rivers streams).

Common birds found in the park are; Lammergier vulture, Griffon vulture, Golden eagle, Demosille crane( Passage migrant), Peregrine falcon, Himalayan snowcock, Himalayan monal, Snow partridge and rock Partridge.