Baraadsar Lake Photo Story
The Baraadsar Lake Trek can be rightly considered as one of the most thrilling treks in the Himalayas. The trek being recently put on the map by us for you, this trail is as untouched and impeccable as it can get. From epic campsites, vast meadows with unobstructed mountain views, a sensational ridge walk, an adventure packed summit climb, to the mystical Baraadsar Lake at the border of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, this trek has everything you can ask for plus no crowd at all.
Day 1: The picturesque Pithari Village and the inviting meadows of Barthatra Thatch
The trek starts from the beautiful village of Pithari perched on top of a hill with a trail taking you to the vast meadow of Barthatra Thatch with fantastic vistas and the meandering Supin river at a distance,
After a gradual ascent from the village of Pithari the trail opens up to massive views of the Barthatch meadow which is layered like a cascade with the possibility of camping at multiple levels.
Pithari Village - The Sankri range of Uttarakhand has some of the most beautiful villages
Terrace farms en route to Barthatra Thatch
Lovely valley views from the trail
Entering the lovely meadows of Barthatch
The massive Barthatra Thatch meadow is such a delight for trekkers
Barthatch campsite with staggering views of the surrounding vistas
Supin river as seen from the Barthatch campsite
Day 2: Magnificent forest walk to reach the Dhaldhar campsite perched at the edge of a ridge
Following the Barthatra Thatch campsite, the trail takes you on a steep ascent to the majestic Dhaldhar campsite, one of kind that is at the edge of a ridge. The campsite also marks the start of what is going to be an exciting and adventure packed ridge walk all the way for the next three days.
Dhaldhar campsite gives you unobstructed views of the mighty peaks of Swargarohini and Kalanag (Black Peak) and several other unnamed peaks that peek through the hovering clouds.
Splendid views from Rikateki Odi
Stunning snowcapped peaks reveal themselves as you gain height
Amazing views everywhere. Stop and embrace what this trek has to offer.
One of a kind Dhaldhar campsite at the edge of a ridge
Glorious mountain views from the campsite
Mighty Swargarohini and Kalanag (Black Peak)
Day 3: The never-ending yet exhilarating ridge walk to the picture-perfect Devbasa campsite
Today marks the beginning of what is going to be a once in a lifetime experience of walking over a ridge blessed with astounding panoramic views. The ridge walk is the highlight of this trek that takes you all the way to the flower-laden pretty campsite of Devbasa with the majestic Baraadsar summit in front of you. A sight to behold.
The ridge separates the Rupin and Supin valleys and the magnanimity of the surroundings is simply incomprehensible.
Stunning ridge walk with the Baraadsar summit in the background
You will never get tired of what this ridge has to offer
You look behind once to notice the trail you had crossed and it is spectacular
It is impossible not to stop at every step and breathe in the views
Every single view is better than the one before
Alluring Devbasa campsite with ridges converging at the Baraadsar Summit (right)
Devbasa campsite with a flawless setting
Day 4: An adventure packed summit climb over a winding trail to reach the mystical Baraadsar Lake
The trail starts with a steep ascent to the Baraadsar summit with multiple vantage points for unparalleled views of the Sankri range to the right and the Kinnaur mountain range to the left.
The trail is across glaciers and challenges which seem to resemble a bit of a Col and a shoulder to reach the Baraadsar summit and eventually to the bowl-shaped Baraadsar Lake with ridges converging at the lake from all sides.
The lake is located right at the border of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh with a religious significance to the locals of both states.
The trail towards the Baraadsar Summit
Visually soothing and intriguing
A thrilling glacier traverse
The trail stretching all the way back
A challenging and technical cross to the Baraadsar summit (left)
The frozen Baraadsar Lake (distant center) seen from the Baraadsar Summit
The summit climb is scintillating and exciting - the ultimate reward
Day 5: The return journey on a different trail is filled with surprises
The trail from Devbasa deviates towards Vijay Top to reach Vasaped campsite. The trail takes you along a gradual ascend followed by a steep descent.
The journey allows you to see a completely different scenery towards the Rupin valley with plenty of surprises to keep you engaged. With some of the most mesmerizing views, this trail is a treat for adventurists.
Now you get to see everything that you missed out on when you were taking this trail in the days prior to this
Views worth stopping for
The pretty flower-laden trail to Vijay Top
Amazing Vijay Top - The final high of the trek
Day 6: The end of an amazing trekking journey on one of the most untouched trails
The trek ends with a forest walk from Vasaped to the stunning village of Bhitri close to the border of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh.
The vastness of Vaspaped campsite is awe-inspiring
Forest trail towards Bhitri village
The trail to Bhitri village takes you across numerous pretty hamlets in the distance
The quaint village of Bhitri - End of the trek
The Baraadsar Lake Trek is a mixture of ascents and descents, meadows and grasslands, ridges and viewpoints, glaciers and summit, and finally the lake itself. Taking you through one of the most untainted, pristine and raw trails in the Himalayas of India, the Baraadsar Lake trek in the Sankri range of Uttarakhand is the closest we have been to finding an alternative to the Roopkund trail.
The Baraadsar Lake Trek is the perfect moderately difficult trail for all trekking and adventure aficionados.
