Bhagwati Devi Mandir
Bhagwati Devi Mandir, Rains to Kundi, Chopta - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek
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Trek safety, weather & access status
Generally safe to travel
Open to trek Year-round
Advisory
Acclimatise properly, carry warm layers even in summer, and do not trek alone in bad weather.
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Difficulty
Easy
Max altitude
4,000 m
Distance
5 km (one way)
Duration
1–2 days
Best time
Year-round; magical in winter snow
Fitness
Easy–Moderate
Start point
Chopta
End point
Chandrashila summit
No permit needed
DIY Trek Readiness: can you go self-planned?
Beginners
Can do it, with prep
Guide
Optional / self-guided
Permit
Not needed
Fitness
Easy–Moderate
Trail clarity
Clear
Network on trail
Patchy
Max altitude
4,000 m
Best season
Year-round; magical in winter snow
Languages
Hindi, Garhwali/Kumaoni
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.
Readiness verdict
- Best forBeginners and fit first-timers
- Not ideal forAnyone not up for long walking days or sudden weather
- Go DIY only ifYou can manage long walking days, basic navigation and changing mountain weather.
Guide: Optional
Permit: Not needed
Network: Patchy
Plan it yourself
The DIY deep-dive
Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek is at its best in Year-round; magical in winter snow. It covers about 5 km (one way), runs over 1–2 days, tops out near 4,000 m.
DIY route options
The classic route
Start from Chopta and follow the standard 2-day line - the most reliable, well-trodden way to do it.
Self-guided or with a guide
Do it solo with the offline Gaia GPS trail file, or hire a local guide at Chopta for the navigation and logistics.
What most travellers miss
- Download offline maps and share your plan first - the mobile network here is patchy to none.
- Do not rush past Rishikesh - most people treat it as a quick stop, but it is worth a slower evening.
- Time it for Year-round; magical in winter snow. Outside that window, snow, weather or road closures can cut access.
Where to base yourself
Chopta
Trailhead base - last shops, network and gear before you set off.
Rishikesh
A key stop on the route - where the trek halts for the night.
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- Stay, meals and local logistics
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About this trek
From the meadows of Chopta, this much-loved trek climbs to Tungnath – the highest Shiva temple in the world at about 3,680 m and one of the Panch Kedar – and continues to the Chandrashila summit at around 4,000 m.
The summit unfolds a sweeping 360° panorama of Nanda Devi, Trishul, Chaukhamba and Kedar peak. Short, scenic and doable year-round (a snowy winter classic), it is one of Uttarakhand’s best beginner-friendly summit treks.
Read the full guide: Chopta Tungnath With Chandrashila Trek, Uttarakhand.
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
Map
Nearby route landmarks & places to know
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Bhairav Mandir
Bhairav Mandir, Rains to Kundi, Chopta - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
Nag and Naini Mandir
Nag and Naini Mandir, Rains to Kundi, Chopta - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
Havankund
Havankund, Rains to Kundi, Chopta - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
Naini Mata Mandir, built in 2017
Naini Mata Mandir, built in 2017, Rains to Kundi, Chopta - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
Shiv Mandir
Shiv Mandir, Rains to Kundi, Chopta - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
Nanda Devi Mandir
Nanda Devi Mandir, Bhangota to Kundi, Dungri - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
holy grass
holy grass, Rains to Kundi, Chopta - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
Bhumiyal Dev Mandir
Bhumiyal Dev Mandir, Rains to Kundi, Chopta - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
Jhala Mala Mata
Jhala Mala Mata, Rains to Kundi, Chopta - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
Naini Mata Mandir
Naini Mata Mandir, Bhangota to Kundi, Dungri - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
Traditional sacred spot of Naini Devi
Traditional sacred spot of Naini Devi, Bhangota to Kundi, Dungri - 246453, Uttarakhand, India
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.
Stay
SATI LODGE AND RESTAURANT
SATI LODGE AND RESTAURANT, NH7, Nandaprayāg - 246449, Uttarakhand, India
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Stay
SHREE CHINTAMANI HOMESTAY
SHREE CHINTAMANI HOMESTAY, NH7, Gopeshwar - 246401, Uttarakhand, India
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Food
Hotel Shri Krishna Palace
Hotel Shri Krishna Palace, NH7, Karnaprayag - 246444, Uttarakhand, India
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Food
ZILA PANCHAYAT CANTEEN
ZILA PANCHAYAT CANTEEN, NH107A, Gangalgaon - 246401, Uttarakhand, India
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Frequently asked questions about Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek
What is the best time to do the Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek?
The best time for the Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek is Year-round; magical in winter snow.
How difficult is the Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek?
The Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek tops out near 4,000 m.
How long is the Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek?
It covers about 5 km (one way) and takes around 1–2 days.
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Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek – 2-Day Itinerary
Full trail in Gaia GPS
2 days
Uttarakhand
8.1Plan Score 8.1 / 10Good clarity
₹199
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