Shogran and Siri Paye Meadows: Complete Travel Guide
June 22, 2026 · 5 min read
Shogran and Siri Paye Meadows are one of the easiest high-altitude meadow trips in Pakistan. Here is how to reach them, what to expect on the jeep track, and the best time to visit.
What Makes Shogran and Siri Paye Special
Shogran is a small hill station in the Kaghan Valley, known as the gateway to Siri Paye Meadows, a high-altitude plateau covered in pine and cedar forest with sweeping views of Makra Peak, Musa Ka Musalla and Malika Parbat on clear days. It is one of the most accessible alpine meadow experiences in Pakistan, requiring no trekking at all.
How to Reach Shogran
Shogran is reached via a turn-off from the main Kaghan Valley road, roughly a 20-30 minute drive from Kawai. The road up to Shogran itself is paved and accessible by regular vehicles, making it an easy stop on any Naran Kaghan itinerary.
The Siri Paye Jeep Track
From Shogran, only 4x4 jeeps are permitted on the rough track up to Siri Paye Meadows, a ride that takes roughly 45-60 minutes each way. Local jeep drivers handle the steep, rocky sections, so no driving experience on rough terrain is needed from visitors.
- Jeep ride from Shogran to Siri Paye: 45-60 minutes each way
- Terrain: pine and cedar forest opening into alpine meadow
- Views: Makra Peak, Musa Ka Musalla and (on clear days) Malika Parbat
Best Time to Visit
May to September is the best window, when the meadows are green and wildflowers are in bloom. December to February brings heavy snowfall, transforming Siri Paye into a winter wonderland, but the jeep track can be difficult or closed depending on conditions.
Combining with Naran Kaghan
Shogran and Siri Paye work perfectly as a half-day or full-day side trip from a Naran Kaghan itinerary, since the turn-off is on the same route most travelers already use to reach Saif ul Malook Lake. The Trekkers Pakistan can add Shogran and Siri Paye to any Naran Kaghan tour package as an extra stop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Only local 4x4 jeeps are permitted on the track from Shogran to Siri Paye due to the steep, rocky terrain. Regular cars cannot make this part of the journey.