The moist temperature deciduous forest is one of the last few undisturbed pockets left in Himachal Pradesh. Cupressus spp. have been introduced. Singh et al . There are lakes and natural springs of religious and historical importance at Khirganga and Mantalai on the outskirts of the sanctuary. Bamboo is extracted to make baskets and roofs for huts.
Many visitors come to climb the peaks in and around the sanctuary.
Four rest houses are situated on the outskirts of the sanctuary. Accommodation is also available at some dharamshalas in Manikaran. The sanctuary contains a diverse forest flora, including a remnant patch of moist temperate deciduous forest. It is also important for its large population of Himalayan tahr. A proposal exists to extend the eastern boundary by an unspecified amount, as this land is good for wildlife populations and is devoid of permanent habitation.