Kedarkantha

Overview

Kedarkantha is the quintessential Indian winter trek — pine forests heavy with snow, frozen clearings, and a summit climb that rewards you with a 360° panorama of the Greater Himalayas at sunrise. Its gentle gradient and reliable winter snow make it the go-to first snow trek for thousands every year.

Highlights

• ✓Reliable winter snow from December to April
• ✓Magical campsites in snow-laden clearings
• ✓A genuine summit climb finishing at 12,500 ft
• ✓Sunrise views of Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch & Black Peak

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Dehradun → Sankri

   The long, scenic drive from Dehradun, climbing through the Garhwal hills past the Tons river and terraced slopes. Settle into the wooden base village of Sankri (6,400 ft) for the night.

2. 2

   Sankri → Juda Ka Talab

   Climb steadily through snow-laden pine and oak forest to the frozen clearing of Juda Ka Talab. This serene lake-side campsite is pure magic under a blanket of winter snow.

3. 3

   Juda Ka Talab → Kedarkantha Base

   A short, scenic ascent through thinning forest to the Kedarkantha base camp. The summit ridge and a wall of surrounding peaks come into full view as you climb.

4. 4

   Base → Summit → Hargaon

   A pre-dawn summit push to 12,500 ft, rewarded with a 360° sunrise panorama of Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch and Black Peak. Descend the far side to camp in the forest clearing at Hargaon.

5. 5

   Hargaon → Sankri

   A gentle final descent through snow-dusted forest and meadow clearings back to Sankri. Rest and celebrate in the village with the team.

6. 6

   Sankri → Dehradun

   After breakfast, drive back to Dehradun through the mountains. Arrive by evening, tired and happy.

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