Patnitop, a famous hill resort perched on a beautiful plateau at an altitude of 2024 meters, is the best developed tourist spot around Jammu and second to none in its natural charm, climate, pine forests and lush green cover. Enveloped by thickly wooded forests, Patnitop offers beautiful picnic spots, peaceful walks and breathtaking views of the mountainscape of the Chenab river. In winter, the resort provides opportunities for various snow games, including skiing.

Summer is the season when all trekking routes are open although some are open in winter too. The Sundarani-Jungal Gali-Jasarkote-Sanasar route in Jangal Gali area especially lets you choose any of three exciting treks. There are also excellent camping sites en route.

 Skiing courses are conducted at Patnitop in the months of January and February. During the winter months, there are introductory courses for tourists/beginners at the gentle gradient slopes of Patnitop. At Madhatop (5 km from Patnitop on Sanasar Road) excellent possibilities for all kind of skiing exist.
Paragliding has been introduced at Sanasar and Jammu. The months from May to June and September to October are best suited for paragliding. Other aero sports like Parasailing and hot-air ballooning are also becoming popular.