The area is actively managed as a protected biodiversity zone by local environmental authorities.
It is one of the few locations in Delhi where wild peacocks are frequently sighted outside of formal zoological enclosures.
The forest canopy creates a microclimate noticeably cooler than the surrounding concrete-heavy neighbourhoods of Sainik Farm.
The park utilizes sustainable irrigation practices to maintain its non-native and indigenous tree species.
City Forest in Sainik Farm is a designated green lung in South Delhi designed to provide an urban refuge with extensive tree cover. The park features dedicated tracks used primarily by local residents for morning and evening jogging. Its most distinctive feature is a resident population of wild peacocks, often spotted roaming the wooded areas. The site is characterized by dense foliage and unpaved paths that diverge from manicured garden styles. It serves as an ecological buffer zone situated near the larger Mehrauli biodiversity corridors.
The central jogging loop where the trees thin out, providing clear sightlines for wildlife photography.
Wear sturdy walking or running shoes as paths can be uneven or dusty.
Carry your own water, as vending options inside are nonexistent.
Keep a respectful distance from the peacocks to avoid disturbing their natural behavior.
Do not wander off the marked jogging paths into the dense thickets, as the terrain is uneven and may harbor insects.
Maintain silence to observe wildlife; do not feed the birds; dispose of all trash in designated bins.
