Sko (Koh) Valley Lakes
Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary, Ladakh, India
Point-to-point trail in Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary, Ladakh, India. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.8 mi (20.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,900 ft (884 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 35 min
- High point
- 17,717 ft (5,400 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Bumzhi 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from start
- Spring: Spring 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from start
- Spring: Spring 4 mi (6.5 km) from start
- Spring: Spring 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Togar Barma 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Sko (Koh) Valley Lakes
How long is Sko (Koh) Valley Lakes?
Sko (Koh) Valley Lakes is 12.8 mi (20.7 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 35 min. It climbs 2,900 ft (884 m) in total, up to a high point of 17,717 ft (5,400 m).
How hard is Sko (Koh) Valley Lakes?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Sko (Koh) Valley Lakes?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Sko (Koh) Valley Lakes?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped. 3 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Sko (Koh) Valley Lakes shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Sko (Koh) Valley Lakes?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Sko (Koh) Valley Lakes?
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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