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Roopkund

Roopkund

The Roopkund trek is popular because of the several climbing objectives in this area which include the beautiful trident peak Trishul (7122m) and Ronti (6078m). At a height of 5229m Roopkund is also called Mystery Lake because of the unusual remains of humans and horse bones around it. The route of the Roopkund trek passes through delightful alpine pastures and snowfields and offers magnificent views of peaks such as Trishul, Ronti, Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhamba among others. It is also the same route that's taken in the famous Raj Jat Yatra that's held once in 12 years.

Nearest Towns:
Rishikesh

Location info:India->Karnataka->Roopkund
Distances: 76 km off Bangalore (mysore side)
Camping Sites: Can find place to stay at Rishikesh.

Trek Length: One to two hours

Route Info:

Bangalore->Ramnagara->Roopkund

Best Time To Visit:
Any time of the year

Worst Time To Visit:
 

Difficulty Level:
Moderate

Summary:

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Things To Be Aware Of:
Carry water along during summer, since it will be very hot during summer

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Things To Carry:
  • Backpack 35- 40 Liters (this will go on the horse. If you want to carry it on your back your welcome)
  • Small day pack 20 Liters (you can use this on the trail to carry your trail food, camera, water and trail layers.)
  • Hiking pants/trousers and shirts
  • Good walking/hiking shoes
  • Flash light with extra batteries
  • Sunglasses (optional)
  • Suntan lotion and toiletries
  • Camera (optional)
  • Water bottle
  • Warm jacket/pullover
  • Warm gloves
  • Warm socks
  • Raincoat
  • Prescribed medication (if any)
 

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Permission:
No need of any permission