Kedarkantha Trek: Exploring the Snowy Spectacle of the Himalayas

One of the most well-known winter trekking routes in Uttarakhand, Kedarkantha Trek is an absolute delight for experienced trekkers and those new to the sport. The trail is close to the charming and quaint village of Sankri, about 7 hours from Dehradun; Kedarkantha sits firmly at 12,500 feet. Although it is at a (staggering) elevation, it is fairly simple and is attainable for those who are not experts. Sankri is the starting point which is where the hike commences and concludes. Sankri is a thriving village full of culture and beauty, evident in the elaborately designed wooden temples in the region. Purola, near Sankri, is the only ATM along the trail. The trek is spread over six days. This is among the most satisfying and enjoyable treks that Garhwal Himalayas has to provide. The trail is spread over around 20km. It takes the hiker on a thrilling adventure through rough terrain with dense forest and isolated villages lined with crystal-clean Himalayan lakes scattered across the path. The slope can easily traverse with no difficulty in ascending or descending.

Affaired with a blanket of snow in the winter months and its lush pine forest, Kedarkantha is among the most attractive climbs, particularly for novices. Kedarkantha offers its hikers breathtaking views of the vast Himalayas. It is located in the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary; one will also be able to enjoy the beauty of nature at its best. With hundreds of species of birds that are present, this is an ideal bird-watching spot. Numerous unique species of rare wildlife and flora can be observed at the Sanctuary. It is famous for the Himalayan Black bear Snow leopard, gold Eagle, and the Himalayan Snowcrow, among others. It has the top-speed zip line within Uttarakhand.

The next stop will be Juda ka Talab, a natural lake surrounded by extensive and diverse woodland. Alongside the pine, oak, and deodar forests, a variety of kinds of coniferous trees as well as plants are seen. The lake is able to completely freeze in winter and be enjoyed throughout the year. The region is mostly covered with green vegetation and forests in the summer months; visitors can anticipate snow until late April.

A rectangular arrangement of stone and a trident that points toward the sky mark the top of Kedarkantha. From there, one could not just admire the magnificent stunning beauty of the Uttarakhand Trek but also see those of the Gangotri and the Yamunotri ranges and other ranges like the Chanshil Pass and Kinnaur Kailash ranges.

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