Manimahesh Lakeमणिमहेश झील
A holy lake at the base of a Kailash peak.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereChamba, Himachal Pradesh
Chamba and Dalhousie
Chamba and Dalhousie
Best time to visit15 August to 15 September
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September)
DifficultyDifficult
Height4080 m above sea level
Time needed2 to 3 days
Base and nearbyBharmour, Bharmour
EntryFree
ClosuresUsually closed 15 October to 31 July. The trail is closed by snow outside the pilgrimage season.
About Manimahesh Lake
A holy lake at the foot of the Manimahesh Kailash peak, where thousands of pilgrims trek each year in August and September. The trek of about 13 km from Hadsar is steep, and the weather changes quickly. The lake is cold, with clear water, and reflects the peak at dawn.
What to see and do
- Holy lake below Kailash peak
- 13 km trek from Hadsar
- Pilgrim season in August
- Reflection of the peak
- Quick weather changes
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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