Prashar Lake Trek
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- Travel & transfers
- Stays
- All meals
- Curated experiences
- Local expert guide
Minimum 4 people for a private group experience.
About this trek
The Prashar Lake trek leads to a serene high-altitude lake at about 2,730 m, cradled in the Dhauladhar foothills near Mandi. Beside it stands a striking three-tiered pagoda-style temple dedicated to the sage Parashar, and the lake itself is famous for a small floating island whose position is said to shift.
It is one of the most accessible Himalayan treks — a gentle 6–7 km walk from Baggi village through oak and meadow — making it ideal for beginners and a brilliant winter snow trek. Camp by the lake for unobstructed views of the snow-clad Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges.
Read the full guide: Prashar Lake Trek 2023 – A Complete Trekking Guide.
Packing list
- Trekking shoes
- Warm layers
- Rain shell
- Headlamp
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen & cap
Safety notes
Acclimatise properly, carry warm layers even in summer, and do not trek alone in bad weather.
Map
Stays & food near the trailhead
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Food
Fatte 'na pizza da Giordy
Fatte 'na pizza da Giordy, Via Concordia, 1b, 36027 Rosà VI, Italy
Food
Galloway
Galloway, Via Cristoforo Colombo, 104, 36061 Bassano del Grappa VI, Italy
Food
Trattoria Ponte Paoletti
Trattoria Ponte Paoletti, Via Giotto, 36027 Rosà VI, Italy
Food
Il Covo del Ribelle
Il Covo del Ribelle, Via Guglielmo Marconi, 36027 Rosà VI, Italy
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Itinerary
Spiti 7-Day Circuit Itinerary
Map
Lahaul-Spiti Circuit Route Map
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Spiti Circuit Route Map
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Tirthan Circuit Route Map
Itinerary
Manali 4-Day First-Timer Itinerary
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