A short but rewarding trek to one of Himachal's most dramatic temples — Bijli Mahadev — where lightning strikes the Shiva lingam and the priest reassembles it with butter. The panoramic ridge walk offers jaw-dropping views of Kullu, Parvati, and Garsa valleys with the Beas River snaking below.

6km

Distance

beginner

Fitness

👶 Yes

Age

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⚠ Trail is exposed — avoid during thunderstorms

easy

1d·2730m

Prashar Lake Trek

Prashar Lake · Himachal Pradesh

A serene alpine lake at 2730m with a floating island and ancient pagoda-style temple dedicated to Sage Prashar. The trail winds through cedar forests with panoramic views of Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges. Perfect weekend trek from Delhi or Chandigarh — doable as a day hike or overnight camp.

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⚠ Road to Baggi village can be rough in monsoon

easy

1d·2875m

Triund Trek

Dharamshala · Himachal Pradesh

Most popular day trek in Himachal — 9km return to Dhauladhar ridge.

Moderate (2-5 days, some fitness needed)

moderate

3d·4300m

Bhrigu Lake Trek

Manali · Himachal Pradesh

Trek to a sacred glacial lake at 4300m near Manali.

Buran Ghati Trek

Shimla · Himachal Pradesh

One of the most thrilling moderate-to-hard crossover treks in Himachal. Buran Ghati involves a steep snow wall rappel at the 4572m pass — a unique experience not found on most Indian treks. The trail traverses from Shimla's green Pabbar valley to the arid Spiti-like landscapes on the other side, passing through forests, meadows, glacial lakes, and finally the dramatic pass.

⚠ Snow wall rappel is real — not for those with fear of heights

moderate

3d·3660m

Chandrakhani Pass Trek

Kullu · Himachal Pradesh

An ancient trade route connecting Kullu to Malana — the famously isolated village with its own parliament and laws. The pass at 3660m offers stunning views of Parvati valley, Deo Tibba, and Indrasan peaks. The descent to Malana village adds a fascinating cultural dimension — one of the most unique communities in the Himalayas with strict touch-me-not customs.

⚠ Malana has strict no-touch customs — do not touch anyone, any wall, or any temple

moderate

3d·4342m

Indrahar Pass Trek

Dharamshala · Himachal Pradesh

The crown jewel beyond Triund — Indrahar Pass at 4342m is the gateway from Kangra valley to Chamba. Standing at the pass, you see the lush green Kangra valley on one side and the stark, dramatic Chamba landscape on the other. The climb from Triund involves steep snow sections and requires good fitness, but the reward is one of the most dramatic pass crossings in Himachal.

⚠ Pass crossing requires good fitness and prior experience

moderate

2d·2960m

Kheerganga Trek

Kasol · Himachal Pradesh

Trek to natural hot springs at 2960m in Parvati Valley.

Laka Glacier Trek

Dharamshala · Himachal Pradesh

A lesser-known extension beyond Triund that takes you into the raw Dhauladhar range. Laka Glacier sits in a dramatic amphitheater of rock and ice at 3200m, with massive boulders, moraines, and a seasonal glacial lake. Far fewer trekkers make it here compared to Triund, giving it a wild, remote feel just hours from McLeodganj.

⚠ Trail beyond Triund is unmarked — easy to get lost