Toubkal National Park
Toubkal National Park is a High Atlas destination about 70 km from Marrakesh, known for the two-day climb to Jbel Toubkal and walks through mountain scenery.
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Toubkal National Park lies in Morocco’s High Atlas, about 70 km from Marrakesh. Established in 1942, it covers 380 km². Jbel Toubkal, the park’s highest peak, rises to 4,167 metres, and the climb to its summit takes two days. Other peaks include Ouanoukrim at 4,089 metres, Plateau de Tazarhart at 3,995 metres and L’Aksoual at 3,910 metres. Imlil, a Berber village surrounded by mountains, is a common stop for seeing everyday mountain life.
Spring is a good time to see the park’s meadows in bloom. In autumn, cedar, oak and juniper forests turn colourful, making the season appealing for walks. The park’s ecomuseum presents its history and current sustainability and endangered-species protection projects. BirdLife International has designated Toubkal an Important Bird Area; the park has significant populations of Barbary partridges and several warbler species. Plan two days for the summit climb, or visit in spring or autumn for walks and seasonal scenery.
Toubkal National Park in five
- Plan the summit as a two-day climb with a guideThe tourist board says the climb takes two days with a mountain guide, with a night in a camp or shelter, and gives the summit as 4,167 meters. Start from Imlil and hire the guide in advance.How to climb Toubkal
- Pack for cold nights and changing weatherThe tourist board lists trekking boots, sleeping bag, gloves and jackets. Add water, sun protection and a layer for wind, because the UK government advises packing essentials for Atlas hikes.
- Pick your season with snow in mindThe tourist board says the Atlas peaks around Marrakech are perpetually snow-capped, and ski runs operate at Oukaimeden. Winter and early spring need extra gear and a guide who reads the conditions.Best time to climb Toubkal
- Decide if you need the summit at allImlil and the valleys offer shorter walks without a summit attempt. If you have only one day, a valley walk may give you more than a rushed climb.Toubkal or Imlil valley walks
- Check entry and local rules before you goThis guide has no verified park fee, permit or guide rule for foreign hikers. Ask your guesthouse or guide for the current position, and check that your insurance covers trekking at altitude.Insurance
Things to do in Toubkal National Park
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Need to know
- Entrance
- Not confirmed; ask your guesthouse or guide before you go
- Permits
- None confirmed; local rules for foreign hikers can change
- Season
- Late spring to early autumn is easiest; snow in winter and early spring
- Nearest town
- Imlil, the trailhead village; Marrakech for services
- Getting there
- Mountain road from Marrakech; hired car, shared taxi or tour
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryClear3 rainy daysHigh20°Low7°Snow likelyJanuaryClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 7°
- Precipitation
- 17 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Snow likely
- FebruaryClear5 rainy daysHigh22°Low9°Snow likelyFebruaryClear
Best
- High
- 22°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 36 mm
- Rainy days
- 5
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Snow likely
- MarchClear7 rainy daysHigh23°Low10°Cold, windyMarchClear
Best
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 43 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, windy
- AprilClear5 rainy daysHigh26°Low13°Spring walkingAprilClear
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 33 mm
- Rainy days
- 5
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Spring walking
- MayClear3 rainy daysHigh30°Low16°Good trekkingMayClear
Best
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 16°
- Precipitation
- 13 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Good trekking
- JuneClear1 rainy dayHigh33°Low18°Good trekkingJuneClear
Good
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 4 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Good trekking
- JulyClear0 rainy daysHigh38°Low21°Hot valleyJulyClear
Poor
- High
- 38°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 1 mm
- Rainy days
- 0
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot valley
- AugustClear1 rainy dayHigh38°Low23°Hot valleyAugustClear
Poor
- High
- 38°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 3 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot valley
- SeptemberClear2 rainy daysHigh33°Low20°Good trekkingSeptemberClear
Mixed
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 6 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Good trekking
- OctoberClear3 rainy daysHigh30°Low17°Autumn walkingOctoberClear
Good
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 17 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Autumn walking
- NovemberClear4 rainy daysHigh24°Low12°Cold, snowNovemberClear
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 12°
- Precipitation
- 21 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, snow
- DecemberClear5 rainy daysHigh20°Low9°Snow likelyDecemberClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 31 mm
- Rainy days
- 5
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Snow likely
Average daily high and low in Toubkal, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Toubkal National Park
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- 15°
- Humidity
- 57%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 98%
Imlil
08:06 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today7°1°98%Monday: Thunderstorms. High 7°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 98%.
- Tue6°2°85%Tuesday: Thunderstorms. High 6°, Low 2°. Chance of rain 85%.
- Wed7°1°15%Wednesday: Fog. High 7°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 15%.
- Thu8°3°0%Thursday: Fog. High 8°, Low 3°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri9°4°5%Friday: Cloudy. High 9°, Low 4°. Chance of rain 5%.
- Sat11°6°2%Saturday: Cloudy. High 11°, Low 6°. Chance of rain 2%.
- Sun10°6°30%Sunday: Rain. High 10°, Low 6°. Chance of rain 30%.
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Money
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Before you go to Toubkal National Park
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Rules for Toubkal National Park, checked
- Jbel Toubkal: the tourist board gives 4,167 meters, the highest peak in North Africa; the climb takes two days with a guide and a night in a camp or shelter.Checked Oct 2, 2026 · Source
- Toubkal ascent: the FCDO advises researching trails, knowing the experience needed, packing water and warm clothing, and hiring a professional guide.Checked Oct 2, 2026 · Source
Plan around Toubkal National Park
The trailhead village below the summit
Read the guideHigh Atlas MountainsValleys, passes and ski slopes
Read the guideMarrakech travel guideThe city you start from
Read the guideAll of MoroccoCities, desert, coast and entry basics
Read the guideOurika ValleyRiver valley and waterfall trails south of Marrakech
Read the guideToubkal National Park FAQ
How high is Mount Toubkal?
The tourist board gives Jbel Toubkal as 4,167 meters, the highest peak in North Africa and in the High Atlas, which it calls the roof of Morocco. The park sits between the N'Fiss and Ourika valleys.
How long does it take to climb Toubkal?
Two days with a guide, with a night in a camp or shelter, according to the tourist board. Some pages say two or three days, depending on route and pace, so allow a spare day for weather.
Do you need a guide to climb Toubkal?
The tourist board says to climb with a guide, and the UK government advises hiring a professional guide for Atlas hikes. Local rules for foreign hikers can change, so confirm the position with your guesthouse.
What is there to see in Toubkal National Park besides the summit?
Valleys, juniper and oak woods and wildlife. The tourist board lists golden eagles, jackals, foxes, mongooses, porcupines and a Barbary macaque in some gorges, and the Oukaimeden ski area nearby.
Is Toubkal safe after the 2023 earthquake?
The UK government says earthquakes are a risk in Morocco and the 2023 quake killed almost 3,000 people, and also warns of mountain flooding and wildfires. Check current advice and trail status with a guide before you go.