TREKS · 4-DAY · EASY · MAX 3734M
Brahmatal Trek.
Brahmatal Trek
Garhwal's most accessible winter snow trek. 4-day round-trip from Lohajung via Bekaltal lake → Brahmatal lake → Brahmatal Top (3,734m). The headline views are Mt. Trishul (7,120m) + Nanda Ghunti (6,309m) directly across the valley. Famous as a 'first winter snow' trek — minimum altitude/effort for a snow-line experience. Closed in monsoon (Jul–Aug).
Warnings
⚠Closed Jul-Aug for monsoon
⚠Winter (Dec-Mar) requires crampons + -15°C gear
⚠Brahmatal lake water is sacred — don't bathe
⚠Lohajung is 9hr by road from Kathgodam — long approach
Campsites
Bekaltal camp
3,000mForest clearing beside lake, operator dome tents, dry toilet.
Brahmatal camp
3,320mMeadow camp beside lake, exposed to wind, very cold winter nights.
Cost Estimate
Per-person 4-day trek with operator (Indiahikes / Bikat) incl. Kathgodam/Rishikesh pickup, all camps, meals, permits, gear rental. Winter premium adds ₹2,000 (Dec–Mar). 2025–26 season.
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