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Trek to Roopkund

The Roopkund trek is an invigorating expedition from the high altitude region of Loharjung, in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand at 3200m, to the ‘Skeletal Lake’ of Roopkund shadowed by the mighty peak of Trishul standing tall at 5000m. The trail for the trek that leads to the frozen Roopkund Lake also overlaps with the religious pilgrimage of Nanda Devi thus making this experience of trekking in Uttarakhand, an overall mix of culture and adventure.

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Trek to Roopkund

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  1. ROOPKUND TREK, INDIA

  2. About the Destination The trek to Roopkundis an invigorating expedition from the high altitude region of Loharjung, in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand at 3200m, to the ‘Skeletal Lake’ of Roopkund shadowed by the mighty peak of Trishul standing tall at 5000m. The trail for the trek that leads to the frozen Roopkund Lake also overlaps with the religious pilgrimage of Nanda Devi thus making this experience of trekking in Uttarakhand, an overall mix of culture and adventure.Goingby legends, the ‘Mystery Lake’ is immersed and circled by hundreds of skeletons which is the major attraction of this trek. The skeletons happen to belong to pilgrims who fell to their deaths due to the unexpected natural calamities. For trekking enthusiasts, the Roopkund trekking is an idyllic one comprising of trails cutting through dense thickets, surpassing the gushing waters of brooks and streams as well as charming lakes and  vast expanse of lush grasslands, also known as ‘Bugyals’. At the top of the mysterious lake of Roopkund, get the opportunity to witness and marvel at the stunning views of  Roopkund Glacier, Trishul, Nandaghungti and Choukhamba peaks. 

  3. Facts • Start Point:Kathgodam railway station at around 6 am • Route: Kathgodam - Loharjung- Didna Village - Ali Bugyal - GhoraLotani - Bhagwabasa - Roopkund - BedniBugyal - Loharjung - Kathgodam • Nearest Railway Station:Kathgodam Railway Station • Nearest Airport:Pantnagar Airport (71km from Kathgodam) • Attractions Around:Roopkund Lake, Didna Village, Kulling Village, Wan village, Loharjung, Tolpani Village, Ali Bugyal • Best Season/Time: Pre Monsoon Season:- May first week to June end and in post monsoon Season:- September 2nd week to Nov first week. • Transportation Details: Transport from Kathgodam to Loharjung base camp and return by Tata Sumo, Max or equivalent and in each vehicle share by the seven participant

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