Detailed Route
Shinkal Dhar Ridge Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
The Shinkal Dhar Ridge Trek is a 4-day journey starting from Shoja (Kullu side start) / Chirgaon or Rohru (Shimla side finish), peaking on Day 2 at the highest camp.
Standard RouteThis is the standard mountain pacing for this trek. Specific operators may add an acclimatization day or alter the starting point. Check individual operator schedules for their exact logistics.
Duration
4 Days
Total Distance
22 KM
Max Altitude
12,400 FT
Trek Type
linear
Permits Required Before You Go
Permit Cost
Where to Get
Base Checkpost Office
Documents
Aadhar/Passport Copy, 2 Passport Photos, Medical Certificate, Disclaimer Form
Foreign Nationals
Foreign nationals require standard valid visa and passport copies for logging at forest checkposts.
Foreigner Process
No special permits.
Nearest Embassy Hub
New Delhi
Day by Day Breakdown
Arrive Shoja, Trek to Kullu Approach Camp
Trek southeast from Shoja gaining altitude steadily through excellent deodar forest. The forest opens into meadows that serve as the Kullu-side approach to the Shinkal Dhar ridge above.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
Summit Shinkal Dhar Ridge (12,400 ft)
The spectacular day. Climb to the ridge crest and walk south along it for 2-3 km. The wind is strong but the views are extraordinary in both directions. Camp just below the ridge on the Shimla side — slightly sheltered from the main wind.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
Descend Shimla Side to Mid-Valley
Descend the Shimla side through a completely different landscape — the dense oak and rhododendron forests of the Rohru area, with the Pabbar valley opening below.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
Trek Out to Chirgaon / Rohru
Final descent to road access near Chirgaon — the entry village for the Chandranahan Lake trek. This creates the option for a natural onward connection to the Chandranahan lakes if desired.
Key Landmarks
Trek Extensions & Add-ons
Chandranahan Lake Connection
+3 DaysAfter finishing the Shinkal Dhar crossover at Chirgaon, continue into the Chandranahan Lake trek — a natural 7-day combined adventure.
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