Kailash Kundकैलाश कुंड
A sacred high lake above Bhaderwah, reached on foot.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereDoda, Jammu & Kashmir
Pir Panjal and Chenab valley
Pir Panjal and Chenab valley
Best time to visit15 July to 31 August
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September)
DifficultyDifficult
Height4200 m above sea level
Time needed3 days
Base and nearbyBhaderwah, Doda
EntryFree
ClosuresUsually closed 15 October to 30 June. The lake and the track are under snow from late autumn to June.
About Kailash Kund
A high alpine lake above Bhaderwah that is sacred to Vasuki Nag. The yatra is held in August and many pilgrims walk from Gatha, while trekkers go with local guides in summer. It is a tough walk through meadows and rocky ground, and the weather changes quickly. The lake is usually under snow until June.
What to see and do
- Sacred high altitude lake
- August yatra from Gatha
- Meadows and rocky passes
- Local guides advised
- Snow until June
Part of The Himalaya.
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More places in Doda
- Jai ValleyDoda, Jammu & Kashmir · Valleys & CanyonsA forested valley and meadow above Bhaderwah.
- Vasuki Nag TempleDoda, Jammu & Kashmir · Temples & ShrinesThe Nag temple of Bhaderwah, with old carved stonework.
- BhaderwahDoda, Jammu & Kashmir · Hill StationsA green valley town called Chhota Kashmir, with few crowds.
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