Uttarakhand is a great place to trek. The mountains in Uttarakhand are massive and god-like. Every trail offers something different. If you want the best treks in India, the Garhwal and Kumaon regions of Uttarakhand should be high on your list. We have walked these trails for years. They have everything from easy weekend trips to tough, high altitude climbs.
Here are some of the best treks in Uttarakhand. I put down the main details for each one.
Kedarkantha Trek
- The best time to do Kedarkantha trek is December to April for snow, and September to November.
The highlight of the trek is from the summit you will see divine sunrise and himalaya snow covered mountains.
It is one of the Himalayas trekking in India in the winter. This trek is beginner friendly, the trek difficulty level is easy to moderate.
Chopta Chandrashila Trek - The Best Time to do Chopta Chandrashial trek is from March to June and September to November. You can see snow in winter but it is a much harder climb.
The highlight of the Chandrashila summit gives you a 360-degree view of big peaks. You also get to see the famous Tungnath Temple.
Beginners can easily do this trek. And for experienced trekkers it is smooth like butter.
Har ki Dun Trek
- The Best Time to do Har ki Dun Trek is from April to June and September to November.
- In this trek you walk through old villages. The views of Swargarohini Peak are amazing.
- The trail of the trek is easy but distance makes it moderate so basic fitness is necessary.
Valley Of Flowers Trek
- The Best Time to do Valley of Flowers Trek is from July to mid September. The flowers are best in August.
- One gets to see thousands of kinds of alpine flowers in l the valley. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- It’s an easy trek but trails make it a bit moderate, the trek is short but has steep climbs.
Gaumukh Tapovan Trek
The Best Time to do Gaumukh Tapovan Trek is from May to June and August to October.
The trail goes to Gaumukh, which is the source of the sacred river Ganga. And at Tapovan you will see mountains like Mountain the Mt Shivling, Bhagirathi Massif and the mountain not very tall but still the most difficult to climb is Mt. Meru.
This trek is Difficult. The altitude is very high. The terrain is rough in a few spots.
Dayara Bugyal Trek
- The Best Time to do Dayara Bugyal Trek is from May to July and September to November. The meadows look good in any season.
- Winter is also the best time for those who want to do snow trekking in Uttarakhand.
- You get to walk through huge, beautiful alpine meadows, called bugyals. The views of the Bandarpunch range are very clear.
- Easy to Moderate. It is a smooth, gentle trek.
Brahmatal Trek
The Best Time to do Brahmatal trek is from December to March for snow. October to November is also good.
You trek around a beautiful frozen lake in winter. The views of Mount Trishul are great.
This is an Easy to Moderate level trek. This is a very popular winter trek for a reason.
Kuari Pass Trek
- April to June and September to November is the best time to do the Kuari Pass trek. Winter December to March is also good for those who want a snow adventure.
- You get some of the best possible views of Nanda Devi. Lord Curzon made this route famous long ago.
- This is a moderate level trek. It is a classic trek with great campsites.
Pangarchulla Peak Trek
- April to May and September to October is Ideal time to do Pangarchulla Peak trek. The snow climb in spring is tough but that gives an unforgettable thrill.
- This is a serious climb to a real peak. You see many big Himalayan peaks.
- This is a Moderate to Difficult level trek. It is a peak climb so it is physically demanding.
Bali Pass Trek
- The time from May to June and September to October is the perfect time to do The Bali Pass trek. .
- It is a high altitude pass that links the Har ki Dun valley with Yamunotri. This route is demanding.
- This is a difficult trek. Make sure to do two to three treks before Bali Pass.
Surya Top Trek
- All year. Just avoid the heavy monsoon rain.
- It is a shorter trek that offers big mountain views without taking up a lot of time. It is not as crowded as some others.
- This trek is easy. This is a good option for a quick trip.
- What To Remember
This is a good list of top routes for Uttarakhand trekking. The best treks in Uttarakhand have something for every skill level. But you must choose the right one for your fitness and your experience. Respect the mountains. After selecting any trek, check weather, itinerary and must do any trek.