Brahmatal Trek
The Brahmatal Trek stands as a true winter gem in the Himalayas close to Kathgodam. This trek spans six days and leads you past dense oak woods and snow fields. You climb up to the grand Brahmatal Lake set at twelve thousand feet high. Tall white peaks rise all around this pure blue lake up here. The path gives you clear sights of Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nanda Ghunti as you walk. The cold months from December through March work best for this high route. White snow blankets the ground and trees, turning the scene into pure magic. The walk stays at a mild level, so new hikers with strong legs manage fine. You sleep in tents beneath bright stars and greet each dawn with peak views. The Brahmatal Trek blends raw wild charm with the joy of crunching through fresh powder.
Duration: 7–8 hours
Departure: 6:00 AM
Depart from Dehradun at 6:00 AM. The drive takes you through the mountain roads of both the Kumaon and Garhwal regions, passing forests of Deodar, Pine, and Oak, with views of rivers, gorges, and snow-capped ridgelines.
Arrive at Lohajung by late afternoon. Lohajung is a small village in Chamoli district and is the base camp for the trek. After check-in, the trek leader conducts a full briefing on the route, safety, altitude sickness, and gear.
Duration: 4–5 hours
Start: 9:00 AM
Overnight: Camping at Bekaltal
Trek begins at 9:00 AM from Lohajung through the village of Mandoli. The trail ascends through ancient rhododendron and oak forests. In winter, snow-dusted branches form a canopy over the path.
As altitude increases, the first views of Mt. Nandaghunti appear above the treeline. The trail opens to meadows before arriving at Bekaltal Lake at around 9,700 ft — a quiet high-altitude lake set in a forest basin. In winter, the lake is fully frozen.
Duration: 4–5 hours
Overnight: Camping at Brahmatal
The trail climbs steeply from Bekaltal through forest and then open snow slopes towards Telindi Top. This wide ridge viewpoint offers the first full panorama of Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nandaghunti, standing close and clear.
From Telindi Top, the trail continues across snowy terrain to the Brahmatal campsite. Micro-spikes and gaiters are provided for icy sections. Brahmatal Lake is sacred — Lord Brahma is believed to have meditated here. In winter, it is completely frozen and set within a snow-covered amphitheatre.
Temperatures drop sharply at night — down to -10°C. Wear all thermal layers. Stargazing from this altitude is exceptional.
Duration: 5 hours
Overnight: Camping at Brahmatal
The most important day of the trek. Early start after breakfast. The ascent to the Brahmatal Summit goes via Chota Jhandidar, Bada Jhandidar, and Jhandi Top — all dramatic ridge walks with steep drops on either side.
At the summit (12,100 ft), a full 360-degree Himalayan panorama opens up. Mt. Trishul and Nandaghunti to the right. Neelkanth, Chaukhamba, and the Hathi-Gauri peaks across the horizon. Looking south, the opposite ridge reveals the Roopkund trek route including Ali Bugyal, Bedni Bugyal, and Ronti Saddle.
Descend back to Brahmatal camp for the night.
Duration: 7–8 hours
Arrival: 6:00–7:00 PM
Depart after breakfast for the return drive to Dehradun. Arrive between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Trek officially concludes.
Lightweight slippers or sandals: 1 pair
Clothing
Quick-dry warm lower or track pants: 2
Full-sleeve T-shirts/sweatshirts: 1 for every 2 days of trekking
Thick woolen socks: 1 pair for every 2 days of trekking
Thermal body warmer (upper & lower): 1 set
Undergarments: 1 for each day of trekking
Warm jacket (closed at wrist & neck): 1
Lightweight slippers or sandals: 1 pair
Clothing
Quick-dry warm lower or track pants: 2
Full-sleeve T-shirts/sweatshirts: 1 for every 2 days of trekking
Thick woolen socks: 1 pair for every 2 days of trekking
Thermal body warmer (upper & lower): 1 set
Undergarments: 1 for each day of trekking
Warm jacket (closed at wrist & neck): 1
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