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Kedarnath
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Start trek at 5–6 AM
Pony Cost: ₹4,500
Palki Cost: ₹15,000
Carry dry snacks, woolens, water, lemon
Stay at GMVN Camps, lodges, Ashrams
Mobile network: patchy but available (Jio/Airtel better)
About Kedarnath
Kedarnath Dham is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva. Nestled at 11,755 ft in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, this ancient temple offers a profound spiritual journey combined with scenic trekking.
Kedarnath is also known for Trekking destination because of its high trek of about 22 Kms from Gaurikund.
Best For: Pilgrimage, Trekking, Spiritual Retreat, Himalayas Views
Ideal Trip Duration: 3-4 Days
Quick Facts for Kedarnath Dham
| Location | Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand |
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Altitude |
3583m (11755 ft) |
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Best time to Visit |
May-June, Sept-Oct |
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Ideal Trip Duration |
3-4 Days |
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Nearest Road |
Gaurikund |
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Mobile Network |
Airtel, Jio, VI, BSNL |
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Trek Length |
22 Kms |
Kedarnath Dham Yatra Trek Guide
Kedarnath Dham trek starts from Gaurikund and it once you reach Sonprayag, which is nearest transport hub, from there you can a local taxi to reach Gaurikund which is about 5 Kms and charges for Cab 50/- per person. Once you reach Gaurikund you can show your yatra registration there and start to trek to Kedarnath Dham.
The trek starts with taking holy dip at Gaurikund a hot water spring with religious significance. Once you start the trek you will see many fellow pilgrims are also going to Kedarnath Dham. You will see the little spring; water fall on the way and mesmerizing views of mountain ranges.
Near Rambara which is about 12 Kms from Gaurikund, you can have a meal and restart your trek, then you will reach Lincholi, if you are very tired then you can stay there in GMVN tourist camps and lodge.
Next, you will see the peak of Kedarnath Dham from there and it’s about 8 Kms from there to reach Kedarnath Dham.
If you start at Morning, you will reach about afternoon at around 2 -3 Pm to Kedarnath Dham.
Note: Keep Warm clothes, Dry Fruits and Water Bottle and some lemons with you, so you won’t be dehydrated.
Upon reaching Kedarnath Dham you can have Darshan at temple and stay there for overnight. you will get plenty of Camps, hotels, Ashram to stay there.
About Kedarnath Temple
- Built in the 8th century, believed to be established by Adi Shankaracharya
- One of the most revered Jyotirlingas
- Open for ~6 months (May–Oct)
- Surrounded by snow-clad peaks and Mandakini River
Govt Site lInks for Trip Informations
For GMVN: https://gmvnonline.com (Garhwal Mondal Official Website)
For Yatra Registration Click on this: UTDB
For Special Darshan and Puja Booking: Kedarnath Badrinath Mandir Samiti
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Travel Tips
- Best time to visit: Early morning to avoid crowds
- Photography allowed in most areas
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking
- Best Time to Visit
- The Best time to visit Kedarnath Dham is May-June and Sept- Oct. During these months the weather is good, and trek is easy because you won't be getting any landslide like in Monsoon and heavy rain fall.
- Temple Opening Date: 5th May 2025 and Temple Closing Date: 22nd Oct 2025
- Popular Activities
- Darshan at Kedarnath Temple
- Visit Bhairav Temple
- Explore Shankaracharya Samadhi
- Trek to Vasuki Tal
- Collect Brahma Kamal (sacred flower)
- Nearby Attractions
- Bhairav Nath Temple (500m uphill)
- Shankaracharya Samadhi
- Vasuki Tal (5–6 km trek)
- Amrit Kund
- Tungnath, Rudranath, Madmaheshwar (Panch Kedar)
- Kalimath, Gaurikund (base)
- How to Reach
- By Road: Reach Sonprayag via Haridwar/Rishikesh. From Sonprayag, take a shared cab (₹50) to Gaurikund.
- By Treck: Gaurikund to Kedarnath (16–22 km) — scenic and moderate-difficult.
- By Helicopter: Services available from Phata, Sersi, Guptkashi. ~₹6,500–₹9,000 (10 min ride).
Frequently Asked Questions
Kedarnath Dham is located is Garhwal Himalayas at the elevation of 11755 Feet.
Kedarnath Dham is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
The best time to visit Kedarnath Dham is May-June and Sept-Oct, when weather is good and roads are clear.
The total trek distance for Kedarnath Dham is 20-22 Kms from Gaurikund.
Kedarnath Dham Temple opens during Summer generally in May Month.
The Temple Closes during Diwali festival or we can say 2 days after Diwali festival celebration.
The other options to reach Kedarnath Dham are by Helicopter, Pony, Palki and Doli.
Available Tour Packages
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Available Hotels
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