Stok Kangri Trek

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Challenging Monsoon
Explore Summit & Peak

Trek safety, weather & access status

High caution advised Open to trek Jul–Sep

Advisory

Access restricted. Ladakh authorities have repeatedly closed Stok Kangri to climbers for ecological recovery, and permission is not guaranteed in any season. Confirm the current status with the Ladakh wildlife / mountaineering authorities and a registered agency (ALTOA) before planning - and never attempt it solo.

Live weather

28°C Overcast
  • Feels 35°C
  • 4 km/h wind
  • 90% humidity

Mountain weather changes quickly. Treat this as a planning signal, not a final safety clearance - confirm locally before you set out.

Emergency & official

112 National emergency 1363 Tourist helpline
Difficulty Challenging
Max altitude 6,153 m
Distance 46 km
Duration 8 days
Best time July to September
Fitness High - strenuous, very high altitude
Start point Stok village
End point Stok Kangri summit
Permit required

DIY Trek Readiness: can you go self-planned?

Beginners Some experience helps
Guide Recommended
Permit Required
Fitness High - strenuous, very high altitude
Trail clarity Faint
Network on trail None
Max altitude 6,153 m
Best season Jul to Sep
Languages Ladakhi, Hindi, English
How is this score calculated?

This is a DIY-readiness gauge - how do-able it is to plan and travel yourself. Destinations show it as a 0-5 DIY Score; treks & routes as a 0-10 Score (a wider scale for the extra variables they carry). Both are built from these factors:

  • SafetyLocal safety, terrain and current advisory conditions along the route.
  • Transport accessHow easily you can reach the place and move around without your own vehicle.
  • NetworkMobile signal and data coverage you can expect on the way.
  • Season reliabilityHow dependable the weather and season window is for travel.
  • Budget clarityHow predictable day-to-day costs are, with few surprises.
  • Trail / route clarityHow well-marked and easy to follow the route or trail is.
  • Stay availabilityThe choice and reliability of places to stay along the way.
  • First-timer friendlinessHow forgiving it is for a first-time independent traveller.
  • Solo / women comfortHow comfortable and safe it is for solo and women travellers.
  • Local supportAvailability of guides, hosts and on-the-ground help if you need it.
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Readiness verdict

  • Best forExperienced, fit trekkers comfortable at altitude
  • Not ideal forFirst-time trekkers going without any support
  • Go DIY only ifYou can manage long walking days, permits, low or no network, basic navigation and changing mountain weather.
Guide: Recommended Permit: Required Network: None on trail
Plan it yourself

The DIY deep-dive

Stok Kangri Trek is at its best in July to September. It covers about 46 km, runs over 8 days, tops out near 6,153 m.

DIY route options

The classic route Start from Stok village and follow the standard 6-day line - the most reliable, well-trodden way to do it.
Time it by season Plan around July to September for the best weather, views and open access.

What most travellers miss

  • Arrange your permit before you arrive - it gets checked on the way in, and last-minute permits are a hassle.
  • Download offline maps and share your plan first - the mobile network here is patchy to none.
  • Do not rush past Mankarmo - most people treat it as a quick stop, but it is worth a slower evening.
  • Time it for July to September. Outside that window, snow, weather or road closures can cut access.

Where to base yourself

Leh Trailhead base - last shops, network and gear before you set off.
Mankarmo A key stop on the route - where the trek halts for the night.
Base Camp A key stop on the route - where the trek halts for the night.

DIY is the main way - this is the upgrade

Need expert help planning this trek?

Prefer not to manage permits, guide coordination, stays and route pacing yourself? We can help you turn this trek into a private, supported experience for your dates, group size and comfort level.

  • Permit and guide coordination
  • Private group support
  • Route pacing and halt planning
  • Stay, meals and local logistics
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About this trek

Stok Kangri, at 6,153 m, was long the most popular “trekkable” 6,000 m peak in India, towering over Leh and the Stok range. The non-technical summit climb made it a bucket-list objective for fit trekkers acclimatising in Ladakh.

Note: Stok Kangri has been closed to trekking since 2020 to let the fragile ecosystem recover – check the current status with local authorities before planning. Alternatives like Kang Yatse II offer a similar experience.

Essential packing list

  • Trekking shoes with grip
  • Warm base layer + fleece
  • Down jacket / warm jacket
  • Rain shell / poncho
  • Headlamp + extra batteries
  • Water bottle / hydration bladder
  • Sunglasses, cap, sunscreen
  • Personal medicines
  • Power bank
  • Offline maps
  • Cash and ID copies
  • Permit documents, if applicable

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Nearby route landmarks & places to know

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Daksheswar Mahadev Temple

2.1 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Daksheswar Mahadev or Daksha Mahadev temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in the town of Kankhal, about 4 km from Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India. It is named after King Daksha Prajapati, the father …

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Ramakrishna Mission Sevashrama, Kankhal

2.6 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Ramakrishna Mission Sevashrama, Kankhal (RKMS) is a branch of Ramakrishna Mission in Kankhal, Haridwar in Uttarakhand. It was established in 1901 by Swami Kalyanananda, one of the direct monastic disciples of Swami Vi…

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Kankhal

2.7 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Kankhal is a small colony in Haridwar in the Haridwar district of Uttarakhand state in India.

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Haridwar

4.6 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Haridwar is a city and municipal corporation in the Haridwar district of Uttarakhand, India. With a population of 228,832 according to 2011 census, it is the second-largest city in the state and the largest in the dis…

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Maya Devi Temple, Haridwar

4.9 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Maya Devi Temple, Haridwar is a Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Maya in the holy city of Haridwar of Uttarakhand state in India. It is believed that the heart and navel of goddess Sati fell in the region where the t…

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Shivalik Nagar

5.2 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Shivalik Nagar is a city in the Haridwar district of Uttarakhand, India, at the edge of Bharat Heavy Electrical Limited, Ranipur township and the SIDCUL industrial estate of state government, and 10 km away from the H…

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Chandi Devi Temple, Haridwar

5.6 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Chandi Devi Temple, Haridwar is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Chandi Devi in the holy city of Haridwar in the Uttarakhand state of India. The temple is situated atop the Neel Parvat on the Eastern summit of the …

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Bahadrabad

5.6 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Bahadrabad is an intermediate Village Panchayat in the Haridwar district of Uttarakhand, India. It is one of the six development blocks in Haridwar district under which many developed villages come, including Atmalpur…

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Ranipur, Uttarakhand

5.6 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Ranipur or BHEL, Ranipur is a town in Haridwar district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It is the township developed by Public sector Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL).

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Mansa Devi Temple, Haridwar

5.7 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Mansa Devi Temple, Haridwar is a Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Mansa Devi in the holy city of Haridwar in the Uttarakhand state of India. The temple is located atop the Bilwa Parvat on the Sivalik Hills, the south…

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Gurdwara Gyan Godri Sahib

6 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

The Gurdwara Gyan Godri Sahib, also known as Gurdwara Sri Gyan Godri Sahib was a gurdwara at Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar in the state of Uttarakhand, India. According to Municipal Corporation Haridwar records of 1935, it w…

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Har Ki Pauri

6 km from Stok village, Ladakh centre

Har Ki Pauri is a sacred ghat on the banks of the Ganges River in the Hindu holy city of Haridwar, in the Indian state of Uttarakhand.

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Stay & food planning around the trailhead

Base and stock up at the trailhead before you start; on the trail expect basic halts and simple meals - tea stops and packed snacks, with no cafe-style reliability once you set off.

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Hotel Lakshya

Hotel Lakshya, NH334, Haridwar - 249401, Uttarakhand, India

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Shree Shyam Guest House

Shree Shyam Guest House, NH334, Haridwar - 249408, Uttarakhand, India

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Hotel Rahi

Hotel Rahi, Haridwar Main Road, Har ki Pauri, Haridwar - 249401, Uttarakhand, India

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Sachin

Sachin, Haridwar Main Road, Har ki Pauri, Haridwar - 249401, Uttarakhand, India

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Aasta Palace

Aasta Palace, Haridwar Main Road, Har ki Pauri, Haridwar - 249401, Uttarakhand, India

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Hotel City Center

Hotel City Center, Haridwar Main Road, Har ki Pauri, Haridwar - 249401, Uttarakhand, India

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Hotel Grey Castle

Hotel Grey Castle, Jasa Ram Road, Har ki Pauri, Haridwar - 249401, Uttarakhand, India

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Hôtel Le Roi

Hôtel Le Roi, Haridwar Main Road, Har ki Pauri, Haridwar - 249401, Uttarakhand, India

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Frequently asked questions about Stok Kangri Trek

What is the best time to do the Stok Kangri Trek?

The best time for the Stok Kangri Trek is July to September.

How difficult is the Stok Kangri Trek?

The Stok Kangri Trek tops out near 6,153 m.

How long is the Stok Kangri Trek?

It covers about 46 km and takes around 8 days.

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