Uttarakhand is also called a land of gods and a paradise of nature for nature lovers and trekkers no matter whether you are a beginner or an experienced trekker. Uttarakhand has something for you from mountain peaks to snow-covered trails, lush green valleys, thick forests, and crystal-clear rivers. Here are some of the best treks in India that you must explore even once.
Kedarkantha Trek
Kedarkantha trek is one of the most beautiful and famous treks in India. It’s also known as the queen of winter trek. This trek takes you through snow-capped mountain peaks, dense pine forests, snowy trails, and climbs that give you a breathtaking view of surrounding mountain peaks like Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and black peak. Kedarkantha Trek is perfect for beginners. It's also called a snow wonderland because of the snow-covered trails and mountains.
If I talk about the best time to visit the Kedarkantha trek is from December to April this time you can see snow that spreads everywhere which makes this place more beautiful. In winter this trek turns into a snowy paradise. Every year lakhs of people come to this place to enjoy the beauty of this trek.
If you are planning to explore the Kedarkantha trek then pack warm clothes, trekking shoes, and other essential things like gloves, and sunglasses because the weather is unpredictable in winter, especially at night.
Chopta trek
Chopta Trek is located in Uttarakhand. It’s also famous as the mini Switzerland of India. This place is not only famous for its beauty but also for its spiritual values. Here you will get snow-capped mountains, thick forests, green meadows, oak and pine trees, snow-covered trails that make this landscape more attractive, local people and their culture, and also you will get the adorable panoramic views of mountain views like Nanda Devi, Trishul, and black peak.
One of the best things about the Chopta Trek is that it is the basepoint of the tungnath temple known as the world’s highest Shiva temple based at an altitude of 12070 feet and it’s believed it’s made by Pandavas and reconstructed by the Adi Shankaracharya over 1000 years ago and after that Chandrashila Peak that gives a breathtaking view of mountains here you will get peaceful environment this is an ideal trek for beginners or experienced trekkers and also for nature lover so if you are planning to explore Chopta the best time would be December to march especially in winter season. Chopra is not just a trek but also a way to connect with nature. Here you can do camping and stay at night and enjoy starry nights under the sky.
Brahmatal Trek
Brahmatal Trek is one of the most beautiful and famous winter treks in India. Offering snow-covered trails, peaks of mountains, lush green valleys, and thick forests located in the district of Chamoli Uttarakhand. This is the perfect winter trek for beginners and experienced trekkers and also those who want to explore mountain views in winter. Brahmatal Trek is famous for Brahmatal Lake which is a frozen lake that gives you an iconic view. This lake is dedicated to lord Brahma. It will not only give you an adventure experience but also spiritual values.
Brahmatal trek is located at Lohajung village which is 250 km far from Rishikesh this trek is located at a high altitude of 12500 feet from the top you will get a breathtaking view of the mountains that will blow your mind so if you planning to explore Brahmatal trek then December to March is the ideal time to this winter trek this is the best places for those who want to explore and enjoy the mountains, especially in winter.
Laka Glacier trek
Laka Glacier trek is the best adventure trek for those who are looking for a winter trek without much difficulty. This trek is ideal for beginners and experienced trekkers and also nature lovers who want to explore snow-capped mountain views. This trek is located in the Himachal Pradesh near Mecklod gand town. This trek offers stunning views of mountains, snow-covered trails, lush green valleys, and meadows and gives a chance to see glaciers nearby.
One of the best things about this trek is its simplicity. This trek can be completed easily without much difficulty. and this is the best for those who looking short trek so they can cover in 2 to 3, especially on weekends days along the way you can go through Triund Valley here you can stay in the camp at night under the starry sky if you want to visit this trek so the best time would be march to June in summer and September to November in winter at this time the weather is pleasant here you can see snow here that make this place more adorable so if you want to enjoy the nature beauty and mountain views in winter then you must add this place in your bucket list.
Kuari Pass trek
Kuari Pass trek is one of the most beautiful and famous treks in India; it offers a snow-covered landscape, stunning mountain views, lush green valleys, and thick forests. This trek is also famous as lord Curzon Trail. This is the best trek for beginners and adventure trekkers. This trek takes you from the heart of the Himalayan where you can enjoy breathtaking views of Himalayan India's highest peaks like Nanda Devi, Dronagiri, and Hathi Ghoda Parvat peak.
The best time to visit the Kuari Pass trek is from September to November. At this time you can see the real gem of Uttarakhand’s Himalayan. At this time you will see a thin sheet of snow-covered trails and a thick forest and this also gives unforgettable memories. Kuari Pass is a wonderful place to explore the beauty of nature in the Himalayas. Here you will get a peaceful environment and an exciting campsite. Here you can camp at night under the starry sky, so if you are looking for natural beauty, especially in winter then you must visit this trek.
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