The 180 square kilometres Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve is surrounded by nature and is located at an altitude ranging from 2400 to 4300 metres. This natural reserve, which is surrounded by hills on all sides, is a wonderful place to visit in Gulmarg. It is renowned for housing numerous flora and fauna species. While the fauna includes Hangul, Musk Deer, Serow, Brown Bear, Leopard, Black Bear, and other species, the flora includes Cedrus Deodara, Pinus Griffithii, Abies Pindrow, and others. Its main draw is Musk Deer. Travellers can witness the diversity of tulips growing at this location if they visit in the spring and summer.
September through May is the ideal time to visit this reserve. So anyone considering a vacation to Gulmarg should definitely stop by this location.