Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route)
Himachal Pradesh, India
Out-and-back trail in Himachal Pradesh, India. Hiking.
- Distance
- 10.3 mi (16.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 6,982 ft (2,128 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 50 min
- High point
- 13,724 ft (4,183 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Spring 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Spring: Water point 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Hut: Apple Farm Hut 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from start
- Hut: Apple Farm Hut 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Spring: Water Point 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from start
- Spring 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Spring 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from start
- Waterfall 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from start
- Spring 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Shepherd camp 3 mi (4.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Camp Site 4.3 mi (6.8 km) from start
- Spring: Water Point 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from start
- Spring 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from start
- Waterfall: Water 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from start
- Campsite 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from start
- Shelter: Rock Shelter 5.6 mi (9 km) from start
- Shelter: Rock shelter 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from start
- Shelter: Rock shelter 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from start
- Spring 8.7 mi (14 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route)
How long is Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route)?
Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route) is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 50 min. It climbs 6,982 ft (2,128 m) in total, up to a high point of 13,724 ft (4,183 m).
How hard is Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route)?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped. 9 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route) shaded?
Mostly exposed (27% under trees).
What can you do on Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route)?
Ivory Kitchen, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Thakur General Store, 0 mi (0 km).
Is this a good week for Bhrigu Lake (Vashisht Route)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap