Top 5 Lake Trek in India

1. Deoria Tal Trek- Uttarakhand

Located at an altitude of 2438 metres above sea level, Deolia Valley Trek is one of the finest trekking sites in the Himalayan region of India. In the morning, the lake celebrates tourists with a mysterious reflection of the summit of Chaukhamba through its crystal clear waters. Also known as the Deolia Valley or the Devaria Valley, this lake is surrounded by dense trees and is a great place for trekking.

Trekking is fairly calm and provides the trekker with a rewarding experience. When you reach the top of a nearby hill, you can see a bird’s-eye view of Saari village and its lush rice fields.

This lake walk can be explored all year round.

2. Chandratal Lake Trek- Himachal Pradesh

Suitable for amateur hikers, this treasure trove offers a glimpse into Spiti and the Lahore Valley while passing through the Bara Shigri Glacier in Himachal Pradesh. It is at an altitude of 4270 metres. The lake is crescent-shaped, with low ridges and large meadows in the Kuntum Mountains. The Chandra Taal Lake Trekking ends at the top of the Baralacha Pass (4830m), the highest trekking point. Chandra Taal Lake Trek offers stunning views of the Lahore Mountains. There are mountain peaks such as Minar (6172 M), Taragiri (6279 M), Tarapahal (6227 M) and Murkira (6517 M). Initially, tourists had to walk to the lake, but now transportation is available. However, hikers still prefer walking. One of the unique parts of Lake Chandratal is its colour, which changes from red to orange, blue and emerald green at the end of the day. The best time to enjoy Chandratal Lake Trek is from June to mid-October.

3. Roopkund Trek- Uttarakhand

Roopkund is a famous glacial lake located in the state of Uttarakhand. Famous for its five hundred human skeletons by the lake, the lake attracts thousands of tourists every season. At an altitude of 4,800 metres, Roopkund is located in the Chamoli district of Garhwal region.

Many adventure tourists visit this Himalayan lake trekking site to enjoy its beauty. The starting point of this tour is  Lohajung and you can pass by beautiful places around. The waterfalls, temples, and peaks are well worth the Roopkund Trek. During the trip, you can also come and set up a campsite in Ghora Latoni. In addition, there are several intersections that can make hiking difficult. The best times for hiking are from May 1 to June and from September to November.

4. Great Lakes Trek- Jammu and Kashmir

You should not miss the pristine beauty and poetic image of the Great Lakes at J&K. As the most beautiful place on earth, it would be a shame to miss an adventure trip at J&K. The duration of the trip is generally 79 days and is graded from moderate to difficult.

Great Lakes Trek requires physical and mental determination, given the extreme weather conditions you’ll encounter midway through. The best time to enjoy hiking is between June and September when the weather is cool and there are lots of trees. Maple, silver birch and various trees can be seen on the way to the destination. It’s one of those life experiences that you shouldn’t miss.

5. Bhrigu Lake Trek: Himachal Pradesh

Trekking on Lake Brig at an altitude of 14,000 feet is an adventure in itself. Trekking in the Himachal Pradesh Kuru Valley offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains and lush meadows. It is an activity to experience the vast landscape in a new way.

Conclusion

Hikers prefer hiking on this lake is a natural luxury that the site offers and is the most difficult to tackle. During the trek, you can enjoy stunning views such as Seven Sister Peaks or Deotiva and Hanumantiva, and the vast Peel Punjar Mountains. May-October is considered the best season for trekking on Lake Brig.