The most adventurous and thrilling place for Trekking in India without any doubt is Himachal Pradesh. The diversity of landscapes is mythical as we travel across the dark woody forest. The crystal-like glacier lake, snow-crowned peaks, stretches of plains, ice, and rocks highlight the extraordinary beauty of Nature. The best time to visit and trek in Himachal Pradesh is from February to October. Some famous places for Trekking in Himachal include the names Triund, Kheerganga, Tosh Valley, Hampta Pass, Bhaba Pass, Indrahar Pass, Chanderkhani Pass, Malana, and many more.
Best 8 Spots For Trekking in Himachal Pradesh
● Kheerganga Trek
● Triund Trek
● Chandrakhani Pass Trek
● Tosh Valley Trek
● Hampta Pass Trek
● Pin Bhaba Pass Trek
● Bijli Mahadev Temple
● Indrahar Pass Trek
1: Kheerganga Trek- Located in Kasol, Kheerganga Trek is a majestic bubbly white mountain river that directly falls from the mountains. Trekking through the mountainous coarse challenging terrains is a tough and thrilling adventure. You can walk through the little hamlets and observe the topical and native life of Kasol. The trek distance is 10 km.
2: Triund Trek, Dharamshala- To witness the enchanting view of Dharamshala, also known as ‘Little Lhasa of India’, you must wishlist this place on your travel list. The small hamlets beside the mountains, charismatic beauty of the Dhauladhar range, and streams flowing along the base of the mountains. When you trek up above the hills, the flora and fauna will take your attention. You can get a chance to enjoy the campfire with your near and dear ones in the chilled top with the stars in the sky. The starting point is Mcleodganj.
3: Chandrakhani Pass Trek- One of the remarkable destinations to trek in Himachal Pradesh is Chandrakhani Pass. The jaw-dropping scenic beauty will surely take your heart. The environment is soothing as well as attractive which makes this place worth visiting once in your life. This trek is suitable for freshers and experienced trekkers so it falls under the easy genus. Rumsu is the starting and ending point and the nearest railway station is Pathankot.
4: Tosh Valley Trek- Standing at the center of Kasol from where most of the trek takes place, Tosh Valley favors the scenic beauty of the mighty Himalayas. Situated in the Valley of Parvati, Tosh is a sleepy village and it’s 20 km away from Kasol. Tosh is a picture-perfect hippie town with lush meadows around the valley. Bharsaini is the starting spot to reach the peak of Tosh Valley.
5: Hampta Pass Trek- Hampta Pass is known as the histrionical crossing point trek from Manali to Spiti which is located at 14000 ft. The one side is full of lush meadows of Kullu and the other side is the arid plain of Lahaul with barren mountains. June and September are usually colder months than July and August because June is actually the end of summer and there is still a lot of snow present. Mostly Hampta Pass is done in peak monsoon season so carry your rainwear and it’s a short duration drizzle. You must visit Chandratal Lake and it’s an all-in-one trek where you can go through the alpine forests. You are influenced by distinctive types of wildflowers in the mountains.
6: Pin Bhaba Pass Trek- A high mountain pass located in the Northern Indian State of Himachal Pradesh. It is a challenging crossover trek. When you stand at the peak of the trek you can see the beautiful pink valley on one side and lush greenery on the other. This trek crosses from Kinnaur Valley to Spiti in Himachal Pradesh. The forest is a beautiful coniferous forest and the Bhaba River passes in the midst. It is located at 16105 ft altitude.
7: Bijli Mahadev Temple- Bijli Mahadev Temple is a Hindu Temple in Kasawari. Located at 2460 m in Kullu Valley it is one of the most sacred temples of Himachal Pradesh. Lord Shiva is worshipped here. The mythology behind this name is because ‘Shiva-Lingam’ is knocked by lightning and it smashes into pieces so the priest of the temple accumulates all the smash pieces and assembles them with the help of butter functioning as a glue. Every year during ‘Shivaratri’ a great wave of devotees pay homage to Lord-Shiva. A scenic image of the Kullu and Paravati valleys can be glimpsed from the edge of the temple. You can hire a cab from the taxi stand of Kullu but you have to climb from Chansari.
8: Indrahar Pass Trek- Indrahar Pass is a mountain pass in the Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas. It is located at an altitude of 4342 m near Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh. Indrahar pass constructs the frontier between Kangra and Chamba districts. The trek begins from Galu Devi Temple above Dharamkot near Dharamshala, which is 2 km from Mcleodganj and its trail passes through Triund, Lahesh Caves, and Ilaqa Pass. The elevation to the Indrahar Pass involves a constant climb frequently over screen or rocks which requires a decent health and fitness level. It is an easy trek ideal for freshers as well as professional trekkers. The south side gives a magnificent scenic view of the Indian Plains and Mani Mahesh Kailashband the snow-capped Pir Panjal Range in the North.
So, carry all the essential amenities you should carry with you while trekking.
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