Located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand
which contains the source of both the Ganges from
Gangotri and Yamuna from Yamunotri rivers, is
the Govind Pashu Vihar National Park and Wildlife
Sanctuary. Within the park lies the beautiful
Kedarkantha. Nestled comfortably in the higher
reaches of Garhwal Himalayas this moderate
trek not only attracts seasoned trekkers and but
beginners as well.
Overview
The trek is an amalgamation of everything a traveler would want. From beautiful-dense-immersive forests, beautiful clearings, the rich flora and fauna, trails, the route, gorgeous campsites and not to forget the oh so beautiful sunsets. The climb to the peak of Kedarkantha starts from a small quaint parish called as Sankri. It’s astonishing to eyewitness 13 peaks of the Himalayan range from the Kedarkantha peak. Moreover, there is a lake called Juda-ka-talab, as per the local folklore, once upon a time Lord Shiva meditated at Kedarkantha. Its name implies so from the droplet fallen from Shiva’s hair to form this lake named as Juda-ka-talab. 16 kms into the trek and attaining a height of 12500 ft above sea level, what one sees is one of the most enthralling and mesmerising pictorial view of Mighty Himalayas – covered in snow. The Kedarkantha trek has gained its recognition owing to the snow that is spread over the region up until the month of April. One of the highlights of the trek is also the pristine view of Swargarohini and Bandarpoonch. Kedarkantha trek is one of the few treks in the Indian Himalayas where you can trek for most part of the year. Kedarkantha trek is accessible for almost 10 months of the year except July and August (heavy monsoons).
