TREKS · 3-DAY · MODERATE · MAX 4000M
Deoria Tal to Chandrashila.
Deoria Tal to Chandrashila
Deoria Tal to Chandrashila is a moderate 3-day, 18 km trek, topping out at 4,000 m. The route takes in Deoria Tal reflection; World highest Shiva temple; 4000m summit. Best months: April–May and September–October. Watch points: 4000m at summit; steep final ascent; cold at altitude. Fitness level: moderate, not recommended for children under 10. Nearest hospital: PHC Chopta (basic). CHC Ukhimath 25km. Serious cases: District Hospital Rudraprayag 60km. Network coverage: BSNL at Sari village. No signal at Deoria Tal or Rohini Bugyal. BSNL patchy at Chopta. Jio at Chopta only.
Warnings
⚠4000m at summit
⚠Steep final ascent
⚠Cold at altitude
Campsites
Deoria Tal
2,438mForest clearing by lake, flat camping, campfire area, basic toilet pit, food stalls in season
Rohini Bugyal
3,200mOpen meadow, no facilities, carry everything, wind-exposed
Cost Estimate
Budget = own gear, Sari transport Rs 300 from Ukhimath, forest fee Rs 150. Guide Rs 1000/day. Operators include Rishikesh transport, camping, meals, guide.
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