{"id":2296,"date":"2019-12-19T02:51:01","date_gmt":"2019-12-19T08:21:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/?p=2296"},"modified":"2025-12-27T04:34:21","modified_gmt":"2025-12-27T04:34:21","slug":"roopkund-lake-uttarakhand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/roopkund-lake-uttarakhand\/","title":{"rendered":"Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand: Explore Trek Distance and Time ( Updated: 2026 )"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"62\">Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand: Explore Trek Distance and Time ( <strong data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"86\">Updated: 2026 )<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"496\">Hidden high in the Garhwal Himalayas, <strong data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"167\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Roopkund Lake<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, also known as <em data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"199\">Roopkund Jheel<\/em> or the <em data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"226\">Lake of Skeletons<\/em>, is one of the most mysterious and challenging treks in India. Located in the <strong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"340\">Chamoli district of Uttarakhand<\/strong>, this high-altitude glacial lake sits at around <strong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"417\">5,029 meters (16,500 ft)<\/strong> and attracts trekkers, historians, and adventure lovers from across the world.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"678\">The trek is famous not only for its alpine meadows and Himalayan views but also for the centuries-old human skeletons found near the lake, believed to date back to the 9th century.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"683\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"725\">Overview: Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"980\">The <strong data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"753\">Roopkund Lake trek<\/strong> is considered a <strong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"810\">moderate to difficult Himalayan trek<\/strong>, ideal for experienced trekkers or fit beginners with proper preparation. The route passes through dense forests, high meadows (bugyals), rocky moraines, and snowfields.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"985\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1019\">Roopkund Lake Trek Distance<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1180\">\n<li data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1069\">\n<p data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1069\"><strong data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1047\">Total trek distance:<\/strong> ~53 km (round trip)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1108\">\n<p data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1108\"><strong data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1099\">Daily walking distance:<\/strong> 5\u20137 km<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1140\">\n<p data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1140\"><strong data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1129\">Trek duration:<\/strong> 7\u20138 days<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1180\">\n<p data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1180\"><strong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1164\">Maximum altitude:<\/strong> ~5,029 meters<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1297\">The <strong data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1217\">Roopkund Lake trek distance<\/strong> makes it a long but rewarding journey, with every day offering a new landscape.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5362 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/The-three-week-long-Nanda-Devi-Raj-Jat-is-a-pilgrimage-and-festival-of-Uttarakhand-in-India..jpg\" alt=\"Nanda Devi Raj Jat yatra\" width=\"1000\" height=\"672\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1333\">Roopkund Lake Trek Route<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1438\">The classic route starts from <a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/lohajung-uttarakhand\/\"><strong data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1406\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Lohajung<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/a>, the base village for the trek.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1473\"><strong data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1473\">Standard Roopkund Trek Route:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1649\">\n<li data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1495\">\n<p data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1495\">Lohajung \u2192 Didina<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1519\">\n<p data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1519\">Didina \u2192 Ali Bugyal<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1549\">\n<p data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1549\">Ali Bugyal \u2192 Ghora Lotani<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1579\">\n<p data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1579\">Ghora Lotani \u2192 Bhagwabasa<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1610\">\n<p data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1610\">Bhagwabasa \u2192 Roopkund Lake<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1649\">\n<p data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1649\">Return via Bedni Bugyal \u2192 Lohajung<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1759\">This route is famous for <strong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1707\">Ali Bugyal and Bedni Bugyal<\/strong>, two of the most beautiful alpine meadows in India.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1764\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1803\">Best Time to Visit Roopkund Lake<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1831\">Ideal Trekking Seasons<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1963\">\n<li data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1893\">\n<p data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1893\"><strong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1850\">May to June:<\/strong> Snow-covered trails, dramatic landscapes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1963\">\n<p data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1963\"><strong data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1921\">September to October:<\/strong> Clear skies, stable weather, best views<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2024\">Avoid July\u2013August due to monsoon rains and landslide risks.<\/p>\n<h4>Suggested Read &#8211;<a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/the-wonderful-nanda-devi-national-park-and-the-nanda-devi-temple\/\"> The wonderful Nanda Devi National Park and Temple<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5401\" src=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/To-Bedni-Bugyal-Roopkund-Trek.jpg\" alt=\"To Bedni Bugyal, &lt;yoastmark class=\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2063\">Roopkund Weather Conditions<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2192\">\n<li data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2127\">\n<p data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2127\"><strong data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2089\">Summer (May\u2013June):<\/strong><br data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2092\" \/>Day: 10\u201315\u00b0C | Night: 0 to -5\u00b0C<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2192\">\n<p data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2192\"><strong data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2153\">Autumn (Sept\u2013Oct):<\/strong><br data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2156\" \/>Day: 5\u201310\u00b0C | Night: -5 to -10\u00b0C<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2275\">Weather changes rapidly, especially near the summit, so proper gear is essential.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2280\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2313\">How to Reach Roopkund Lake<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2338\">Step-by-Step Access<\/h3>\n<ol data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2490\">\n<li data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2374\">\n<p data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2374\"><strong data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2372\">Reach Kathgodam (railhead)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2433\">\n<p data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2433\">Drive to <strong data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2399\">Lohajung<\/strong> (approx. 210 km from Kathgodam)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2490\">\n<p data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2490\">Start trekking from Lohajung with permits and guide<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2553\">Public transport + shared taxis are available up to Lohajung.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #161616; font-family: Lato, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; font-style: italic;\">Suggested Read <\/span><a style=\"font-family: Lato, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; font-style: italic;\" href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/panch-kedar-pilgrimage-shiva-temples-in-the-garhwal-himalayas\/\">&#8211; <strong>Panch Kedar Pilgrimage -Shiva Temples in the Garhwal Himalayas<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5402 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Camping-Under-Snowfall-Roopkund-Trek.jpg\" alt=\"Roopkund Trek\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" \/><\/p>\n<h5><strong>Roopkund lake Uttarakhand Route and Itinerary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h2 data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2587\">Roopkund Lake Location<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2715\">\n<li data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2614\">\n<p data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2614\"><strong data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2604\">District:<\/strong> Chamoli<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2641\">\n<p data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2641\"><strong data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2627\">State:<\/strong> Uttarakhand<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2683\">\n<p data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2683\"><strong data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2663\">Mountain Range:<\/strong> Garhwal Himalayas<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2684\" data-end=\"2715\">\n<p data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2715\"><strong data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2699\">Altitude:<\/strong> ~5,029 meters<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2720\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2722\" data-end=\"2750\">Permissions and Charges<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2957\">\n<li data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2812\">\n<p data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2812\">Trek permit required from <strong data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2810\">Lohajung Forest Department<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2862\">\n<p data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2862\">Fees vary for <strong data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2860\">Indian and foreign trekkers<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2863\" data-end=\"2957\">\n<p data-start=\"2865\" data-end=\"2884\">Additional costs:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2887\" data-end=\"2957\">\n<li data-start=\"2887\" data-end=\"2903\">\n<p data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2903\">Forest entry<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"2925\">\n<p data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2925\">Camping charges<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2957\">\n<p data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"2957\">Local guide \/ trek leader<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"3005\">Carrying permits is mandatory during the trek.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3007\" data-end=\"3010\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3012\" data-end=\"3054\">Essentials to Carry for Roopkund Trek<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3259\">\n<li data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3085\">\n<p data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3085\">High-ankle trekking shoes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3086\" data-end=\"3118\">\n<p data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3118\">Down jacket &amp; thermal layers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3119\" data-end=\"3148\">\n<p data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3148\">Waterproof jacket &amp; pants<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3149\" data-end=\"3167\">\n<p data-start=\"3151\" data-end=\"3167\">Trekking poles<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3168\" data-end=\"3194\">\n<p data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3194\">Sunglasses &amp; sunscreen<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3195\" data-end=\"3230\">\n<p data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3230\">First-aid &amp; altitude medication<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3259\">\n<p data-start=\"3233\" data-end=\"3259\">Refillable water bottles<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3261\" data-end=\"3264\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3306\">Is Roopkund Suitable for Beginners?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3308\" data-end=\"3496\">Roopkund is <strong data-start=\"3320\" data-end=\"3362\">not recommended for complete beginners<\/strong> or people with heart, lung, or altitude-related conditions. Prior trekking experience and good physical fitness are strongly advised.<\/p>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/roopkund-the-lake-of-skeletons-in-uttarakhand\/\">Suggested Read &#8211; Roopkund- The Lake of Skeletons in Uttarakhand<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5400\" src=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Roopkund-Trek-Uttarakhand-1.jpg\" alt=\"&lt;yoastmark class=\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3503\" data-end=\"3511\">FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"3513\" data-end=\"3568\">Is Roopkund Lake the largest lake in Uttarakhand?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3569\" data-end=\"3644\">No. Roopkund is a <strong data-start=\"3587\" data-end=\"3609\">small glacial lake<\/strong>, famous for its mystery, not size.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3646\" data-end=\"3680\">Why is Roopkund Lake famous?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3681\" data-end=\"3776\">For the <strong data-start=\"3689\" data-end=\"3716\">ancient human skeletons<\/strong> found near the lake and its dramatic high-altitude setting.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3778\" data-end=\"3812\">Is Roopkund trek still open?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3813\" data-end=\"3932\">Trek availability depends on forest regulations and environmental rules. Always check official updates before planning.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3934\" data-end=\"3937\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3939\" data-end=\"3954\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3956\" data-end=\"4220\">The <strong data-start=\"3960\" data-end=\"3994\">Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand trek<\/strong> is not just an adventure\u2014it\u2019s a journey through history, mystery, and raw Himalayan beauty. With its demanding trail, changing weather, and breathtaking scenery, it remains one of the most iconic high-altitude treks in India.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4222\" data-end=\"4367\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">If you are prepared, well-equipped, and respectful of nature, Roopkund will reward you with an unforgettable experience etched forever in memory.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceTemp\"><\/div>\n<h5><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand\u00a0 Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand<\/span><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Roopkund Lake Uttarakhand: Explore Trek Distance and Time ( Updated: 2026 ) Hidden high in the Garhwal Himalayas, Roopkund Lake, also known as Roopkund Jheel or the Lake of Skeletons, is one of the most mysterious and challenging treks in India. Located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, this high-altitude glacial lake sits at around [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":36580,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[133,57],"tags":[916,917,918,919,920,921,922,923,924,925,926,927,928,929],"class_list":["post-2296","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-adventure-in-garhwal-himalayas","category-religious-culture","tag-best-time-to-trek","tag-best-time-to-trek-roopkund","tag-roop-kund","tag-roopkund-altitude","tag-roopkund-india","tag-roopkund-lake-mystery","tag-roopkund-mystery","tag-roopkund-skeleton-lake","tag-roopkund-story","tag-roopkund-trek-difficulty-level","tag-roopkund-trek-itinerary","tag-roopkund-trek-map","tag-roopkund-uttarakhand","tag-skeleton-lake-of-uttarakhand"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2296","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2296"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2296\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":39961,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2296\/revisions\/39961"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/36580"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2296"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2296"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2296"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}