Kongmaru La East
Hemis National Park, Ladakh, India
Point-to-point trail in Hemis National Park, Ladakh, India. Hiking.
- Distance
- 14.2 mi (22.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,321 ft (1,317 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 45 min
- High point
- 17,260 ft (5,261 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: khar 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Murdochen 2 mi (3.2 km) from start
- Spring 3 mi (4.8 km) from start
- Shelter 3 mi (4.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Tachungtse 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Zabuk 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Nimaling 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Gunle 7.5 mi (12 km) from start
- Spring 9.9 mi (16 km) from start
- Campsite: Lartse 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from start
- Campsite 11.8 mi (19 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Kongmaru La East
How long is Kongmaru La East?
Kongmaru La East is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 45 min. It climbs 4,321 ft (1,317 m) in total, up to a high point of 17,260 ft (5,261 m).
How hard is Kongmaru La East?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Kongmaru La East?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Kongmaru La East?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 2.2 mi (3.5 km), 3.1 mi (5 km). 2 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Kongmaru La East shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Kongmaru La East?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Kongmaru La East?
Women's Café Hankar, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Kongmaru La East?
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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- Shang Upper Hemis National Park · Hard · 5.2 mi (8.4 km)
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