Roopkund Skeleton Lake Trek

The mystery lake at 5,029m where ancient skeletons emerge from the ice each summer

Hard 📍 Uttarakhand 📏 53 km ⛰️ Max 5029m 📅 8 day(s) ⚠️ Forest permit from Lohajung. Only guided treks allowed. Nanda Devi Biosphere buffer zone entry rules apply.

Best Seasons

May Jun Sep Oct

Start Point

Lohajung → Roopkund Lake (5,029m)

Lohajung is 230km from Rishikesh via Karanprayag. Regular buses from Rishikesh to Karanprayag, then shared jeep to Lohajung.

Highlights

Roopkund lake with 500-year-old human skeletons visible through ice
Ali Bugyal — one of India's largest high-altitude meadows
Trishul (7,120m) and Nanda Ghunti (6,309m) dominating the skyline

Recommended Gear

Sleeping Bag Winter
Trekking Poles
Crampons
Altitude Sickness Meds
Layered Clothing
Waterproof Jacket