Kishtwar High Altitude National Parkकिश्तवाड़ उच्च ऊँचाई राष्ट्रीय उद्यान
A remote park of glaciers and peaks, for experienced trekkers.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereKishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir
Pir Panjal and Chenab valley
Pir Panjal and Chenab valley
Best time to visit15 June to 15 September
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyDifficult
Height3800 m above sea level
Time needed3 to 5 days
Base and nearbyKishtwar, Kishtwar
EntryWildlife department permission and a local guide
About Kishtwar High Altitude National Park
A remote national park of glaciers, alpine meadows and high peaks in the Chenab catchment. It is home to musk deer, brown bear, Himalayan tahr and snow leopard, though sightings are rare. Visits are on foot with a local guide, and permission from the wildlife department is needed. It is a place for experienced trekkers, with limited services.
What to see and do
- Glaciers and alpine meadows
- Snow leopard and musk deer habitat
- Treks from Kishtwar
- Permission from wildlife department
- Few visitors
Part of The Himalaya.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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- Warwan ValleyKishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir · Valleys & CanyonsA remote valley that links Kishtwar with the Kashmir valley.
- Machail Mata TempleKishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir · Temples & ShrinesA mountain shrine in the Paddar valley, open mainly for the yatra.
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