Roopkund Trek, also known as the 'Mystery Lake Trek', offers a challenging journey through lush forests, alpine meadows, and snow-capped peaks, culminating at the enigmatic Roopkund Lake.
Currency
INR (โน)
Best time to visit
May to October
Languages
Hindi ยท Pahari
Coordinates
30.655ยฐ, 79.540ยฐ
Key facts
1The skeletons at Roopkund Lake are believed to be of pilgrims who died due to a sudden hailstorm around the 9th century.
2The trek passes through the beautiful Bedni Bugyal and Ali Bugyal meadows, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas.
3The highest point on the trek is Junargali Pass (4710m), which offers a breathtaking view of the Nanda Devi peak.
Timeline
1942: The first recorded discovery of human skeletal remains at Roopkund Lake by a British forest ranger.
1960s: The lake gained notoriety as the 'Skeleton Lake' due to the presence of hundreds of human skeletons.
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Roopkund Lake
A high-altitude glacial lake known for its mysterious skeletal remains.