UAE, Ras Al Khaimah
A billion dirham mountain road of perfect asphalt to the highest point in the UAE.
Length
36 km
In miles
22.4 mi
Driving time
1 hr 8 min
Atlas rating
9.4 / 10
The run
Ras Al Khaimah to Jebel Jais summit. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Fog at the summit, extreme heat in summer
Nearby
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