Introduction
If this is your first trek or you are an experienced trekker in the Himalayas then yes this trek is for you. It is a quick escape with an exhilarating experience. This sacred land of Shiva is full of vivid experiences for the trekkers. The spiritual aura will give you unique exposure to the Himalayas which you will be keep reminded of all your life. It’s not just about the main attraction of the Kedarnath temple, but there is a lot more for trekkers. It’s one of those treks which will be approachable in winters too. It’s going to be a snowy trail which is the actual thing to be in acquaintances in the Himalayas.
Kedarnath trek is accompanied by thick oak and pine trees. Also the walk on an icy carpet in winters. You will come across tranquil lakes and absolutely beautiful camping sites with spectacular panoramic views. This trek offers a perfect blend of adventure, devotional and astonishing views of mountains.
Meanwhile you can also visit Everest Base Camp on the go
Kedarnath Trek Quick Look
- Difficulty: Easy to Moderate (Suitable for beginners)
- Kedarnath Altitude: From 6000ft to 12000ft
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- Region: Uttarakhand
- Kedarnath trail: Thick Forests of Pine and Oak, Open meadows, snow during winter.
- Kedarnath Trek distance: 25 Km (Approx)
- Kedarnath Trek Duration: 6 days
- Best Season for Kedarnath trek: April to December
Kedarnath Town
It’s a town which is situated in Rudraprayag district in the state of Uttarakhand. It snuggled between Garhwal Himalayas.
Located at 11755ft from sea level near the Chorabari glacier which finally meets into the Mandakini river. Kedarnath is approximately 86km from Rudraprayag district. In winter the small houses in this town are fringed by the snow. The nearest road is Gauri Kund at 16km away from the town. In 2013 the town suffers massive destruction from the flash flood due to huge rainfall in Uttrakhand. This beautiful town will definitely catch your heart with its innocence.
Adi Shankaracharya Connection
Adi Shankaracharya took his Nirwana near the mountains of Kedarnath. It is said that Kedarnath Temple it is built by Adi Shankaracharya. Kedarnath means “ Lord Shivas Home”. It’s an almost 1200 years old shrine. Huge Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi temple is also situated in Kedarnath.
Char-Dham Pilgrimage Circuit
As it is one of the main Jyotirlinga out of 12 Joyotirlingas, this place got its uttermost importance for the pilgrimages. Without visiting this site, the famous ‘Char-Dham’ won’t be completed. You may not be a pilgrimage but you can’t deny the religious importance of this land. It’s one of the things which makes this place close to heart of every Indian.
The Kedarnath For Trekkers
The trek will go through the Kedarnath Wild Life Sanctuary for about 18km of a stretch you will need a government permit for this. The journey through this forest will be magical as the sun plays hide and seek in between. It’s a medium to a steep trek. You can take multiple routes for this trek, this will give you maximum exposure to this sacred place. In between the trek, you will meet Bhairavnath Temple too. As you climb up you can see a splendid view of Kedarnath Temple and Kedarnath Valley. From Kedarnath, one can also visit Chandrashila mountaintop situated 32km away.
Kedarnath For Climbers
If you are a passionate climber then this palace offers you a great flavor of climbing. Kedarnath Dome and Kedarnath Peak both are good for professional rock climbers. Located in the lap of western Garhwal Himalaya. Kedarnath peak is the highest one near the Gangotri glacier. Kedarnath Dome which is the subpeak is the third highest. The climbing experience will be with ice walls, crevasses, and rocks. It will be challenging in winter. There will be a plethora of experiences for the Climbers.
Planning to visit this high-altitude place will need basic acclimatization after reaching. So get ready will all your trekking gears to explore this glorious trek. Which will not only enrich you as an adventures trekker but also as a spiritual person. Get immerse yourself in this land of power and serene beauty. As soon as you come into this territory you can feel that sanctified vibe. Once you complete the trek you will have that sense of accomplishment and contentment.
