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CAMPING · HIMACHAL PRADESH · 013 SITES

Camping in Himachal Pradesh.

13 camping spots across Himachal Pradesh — facilities, water access, permits, and honest reviews.

Barot Valley Uhl River Camp

Barot Valley

Hidden gem campsite along the Uhl River in Barot Valley. Famous for trout fishing. Very few tourists. Surrounded by thick pine and deodar forest.

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Bir Billing Paragliding Camp

Bir Billing

Camp at the paragliding landing site in Bir. Watch paragliders land all day. Tibetan colony nearby with monasteries and cafes. Budget-friendly with good vibes.

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Chalal Riverside Camp

Kasol

Backpacker-style camping across the bridge from Kasol in Chalal village. Right on the Parvati River. Basic but atmospheric. Popular with budget travelers and trekkers heading to Kheerganga.

Water

Chandratal Lake Campsite

Spiti Valley

High-altitude camping beside the crescent-shaped Chandratal Lake. No permanent structures. Nights drop below freezing even in summer. Multiple operators set up seasonal camps.

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Hamta Valley Wilderness Camp

Manali

Base camp for the popular Hamta Pass trek. Set in a pristine valley with glacier views. Trek-oriented camping — no luxury, just mountains and silence. 2-day trek minimum.

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Jibhi Forest Camp

Jibhi

Year-round camping in dense deodar forests of Jibhi. Mix of tents and wooden huts. Peaceful stream nearby. Home-style Himachali food. Great for couples and solo travelers.

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Jispa River Camp

Keylong

Camping along the Bhaga River in Jispa, a key stop on the Manali-Leh highway. Dramatic barren mountain landscape. Acclimatization point for Leh-bound travelers.

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Kaza Riverside Camp

Spiti Valley

Glamping-style camp on the banks of the Spiti River in Kaza. Heated tents with proper beds. Good base for exploring Ki, Kibber, and Langza.

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Kheerganga Hot Spring Camp

Kasol

Trek-in-only campsite at the famous Kheerganga hot springs. 12km trek from Barshaini. Natural hot water pool with Himalayan views. No electricity — candles and starlight only.

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Sangla Valley Orchard Camp

Chitkul

Camp amidst apple and apricot orchards in Sangla Valley with views of Kinner Kailash. Some camps offer attached bathrooms. Fresh fruit in season (Aug-Oct).

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Sissu Waterfall Camp

Sissu

Camping near the stunning Sissu waterfall in Lahaul Valley, just north of Atal Tunnel. Dramatic mountain scenery with the Chandra River. Easy access via the tunnel from Manali side.

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Solang Valley Adventure Camp

Manali

Adventure camping in Solang Valley with a range of activities — paragliding, zorbing, rope course, and snow activities in early season. 14km from Manali town.

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Tirthan Valley Trout Camp

Tirthan Valley

Camping and fishing retreat on the Tirthan River in Great Himalayan National Park buffer zone. Trout fishing permits available. Some of the cleanest river water in India.

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