Trek to the Divine Lake, where God Stays
The Baraadsar Lake Trek is a challenging journey that begins in the pine forests of Himri, featuring steep terrain. To avoid taking the wrong path, it is essential to seek directions from local villagers. Located at an altitude of about 4,400 meters above sea level, between the Rupin and Supin valleys, the trek lies close to the border of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. As one of the unexplored Himalayan treks in India, it is steadily gaining popularity among trekkers. The initial path takes you through a lush green valley before transitioning into rocky terrain, making the trek a bit more difficult.
After a rigorous 4-hour uphill trek on the first day, you will reach Bitri village, home to around 100 families. Your first day’s campsite will be at Saaru Taal, a picturesque meadow with a lake.
The second campsite, Badaang, is situated higher on the same slope. It involves a moderate trek covering 7 km with an elevation gain of over 2200 feet.
The journey from Badaang to Dhal Dhar, your third campsite, is arduous and lengthy. You will begin by hiking through an Oak forest near your campsite, with the village of Liwadi visible nearby. The Dhal Dhar campsite is nestled in a narrow valley, surrounded by hills covered in white Rhododendron bushes. There is no water available along this entire stretch.
The following day’s trek to Dev Bhasa is short, lasting around 2 hours. It involves an initial 500-foot climb, followed by a descent to the campsite.
The trek from Dev Bhasa to Bharadsar camp is the most challenging and longest of the six days, passing by the stunning Bharadsar Lake. This journey requires careful navigation across rocks and moraines.
The next day’s trek includes a steep descent to Upper Rehala from Dev Bhasa, before retracing the path back to Dhal Dhar.
The last day begins with an easy downhill walk, but the descent from Bitri is steep, providing a challenging yet rewarding end to your journey.
