Treks & Hikes near Dharamshala
From the iconic Triund ridge to glacial lakes and high Dhauladhar passes -- guided treks with local guides, camping gear and meals.
POPULARKareri Lake Trek
A scenic multi-day trek through dense forests to a pristine glacial lake nestled in the Dhauladhar range.
POPULARTriund Trek
The most popular trek near Dharamshala -- a rewarding overnight hike to a grassy ridge with 360° views of the Dhauladhar range and Kangra Valley.
Guna Devi Temple Hike
A quiet forest climb from Dharamkot to the small hilltop shrine of Guna Devi (Guna Mata), with wide Kangra Valley views and a fraction of the Triund crowds.
Thatharana Trek
A steep, little-known climb from the Khaniyara side of Dharamshala to a high meadow on the Dhauladhar flank, with an overnight camp and big views and almost nobody else around.
Bir Billing to Rajgundha Trek
From the Billing paragliding take-off, walk through oak, rhododendron and deodar forest and open meadows into the remote Chhota Bhangal valley, and spend the night in a Rajgundha village homestay.
Indrahar Pass Trek
The high crossing of the Dhauladhar above McLeod Ganj: Triund, Laka Got and the Lahesh caves, then a pre-dawn climb over boulders and scree to Indrahar Pass at approx. 4,342 m.
Minkiani Pass Trek via Kareri Lake
Follow the Nyund stream to the glacial Kareri Lake (approx. 2,934 m), then climb into the boulder country beyond it to Minkiani Pass, a high Dhauladhar crossing towards the Chamba side.
Adi Himani Chamunda Trek
A long, steep pilgrimage trail up the Dhauladhar flank above Chamunda Devi to the high hilltop shrine of Adi Himani Chamunda, believed to be the original seat of the goddess.
Dharamkot to Gallu Devi Sunrise Hike
An early-morning walk from Dharamkot up to Gallu Devi temple, where the Triund trail begins, to watch first light on the Dhauladhar and the Kangra Valley over hot chai.
Triund to Snowline & Laka Got Trek
Go one step beyond the Triund crowds: camp on the Triund ridge, then walk at dawn to Snowline and Laka Got at the foot of the Laka glacier, right under the Dhauladhar wall.
Trekking rules in Kangra changed several times in 2026 (fees, waste deposit, high-altitude orders). We confirm the current position before you pay. Rules & permits guide