moderate

Phulara Ridge Trek

Uttarkashi

Days

32km

Distance

3,700m

Max Altitude

moderate

Fitness

Adults

Age

Best months:

AprMaySepOctNov

One of the few ridge walks in India where you spend most of the trek walking along a high ridge with continuous Himalayan views rather than in valleys. Phulara Ridge runs parallel to the Kedarkantha massif, offering non-stop views of Swargarohini, Black Peak, Bandarpoonch, and Ruinsara peaks. The trail crosses lush meadows with wildflowers and ancient shepherds' camps.

Continuous ridge walk with non-stop Himalayan panoramaViews of 12+ major peaks simultaneouslyWildflower meadows rival Valley of FlowersAncient shepherd trails and seasonal settlementsFar less crowded than Kedarkantha or Har Ki Dun

Warnings

⚠Inner Line Permit required from Uttarkashi

⚠Ridge is exposed — no shelter from wind or rain

⚠Weather can close in quickly — carry storm gear

⚠Trail is less established — guide essential

⚠No water on ridge sections — carry 3L minimum

⚠Bears in forest sections — travel in groups

Trail Map

Start/End Campsite Pass Summit WaterDashed line = trail path

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Campsites

Pushtara

2,650m

Open meadow with flat ground. No facilities. Stream for water.

💧 Water⛺ Flat ground

Bhoj Gadi

3,300m

Shepherd clearing on ridge. Exposed to wind. Limited water — seasonal.

⛺ Flat ground

KK Base Meadow

3,700m

Open meadow near Kedarkantha base. Flat ground. Seasonal water.

💧 Water⛺ Flat ground

Cost Estimate

Self-organized

₹3,000

With Guide

₹8,000

Full operator

₹14,000

Guide strongly recommended — trail not well-marked. Operators: Rs 12000-16000/person includes Sankri stay, camping, food, guide, porter.