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Best Kashta (Desert Camping) Spots in Riyadh

8 kashta (desert camping) spots in Riyadh, including Thumama Desert and Thumama Park (Thumama, Riyadh). The order here is where we started — no votes have been cast yet, and the community's votes decide it from here.

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Updated Oct 15, 2026
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    Thumama Desert and Thumama Park

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    Thumama, Riyadh

    Dune area north of Riyadh with camel rides, dune bashing and tents for rent. A 2018 Al Watan article says crowds were heavy and public toilets lacking.

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    Rawdat Khuraim

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    Rawdat Khuraim, Riyadh

    Camping area about 100 km from Riyadh where families pitch tents and cook over coals, many coming every weekend. Vendors sell food, wood and tents.

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    Al Kharrarah National Park (Lake Kharrarah)

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    Al Muzahmiyah, Riyadh

    Red dunes west of Riyadh where a valley can fill with rain to form a lake. No gates or visitor centre, so bring your own gear. A 4x4 is recommended.

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    Salboukh Valley

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    Salboukh Valley, Riyadh

    Desert valley about 50 km north of Riyadh that Arab News calls one of the Kingdom's best camping spots, especially for car enthusiasts and wildlife fans.

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    Rawdat Al-Khafs

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    Harmaliyah, Riyadh

    Flat sandy plain with trees in Harmaliyah governorate, about an hour from Riyadh. Weather site Arabia Weather calls it a top destination for kashta lovers in the Riyadh region.

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    Wadi Hanifa

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    Wadi Hanifa, Riyadh

    Valley inside Riyadh that Arab News lists among six camping sites, calling it easy to access and popular with city residents.

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    Wadi Tuqi

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    Wadi Tuqi, Riyadh

    Long valley about 88 km from Riyadh, best in spring or after rain, with acacia trees. Sayidaty warns that its muddy soil can trap vehicles.

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    Tuwaiq Mountains

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    Tuwaiq Mountains, Riyadh

    Long rocky range visible from Riyadh's western and northwestern sides, with acacia trees. Al Ain says it suits climbers, desert tourists and camping trips of several days.

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