Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh)
Ladakh, India
Out-and-back trail in Ladakh, India. Hiking.
- Distance
- 19.5 mi (31.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,838 ft (865 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 45 min
- High point
- 15,069 ft (4,593 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Shelter 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from start
- Campsite 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from start
- Campsite 15.6 mi (25.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Shepherd's camp 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh)
How long is Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh)?
Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh) is 19.5 mi (31.5 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 45 min. It climbs 2,838 ft (865 m) in total, up to a high point of 15,069 ft (4,593 m).
How hard is Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh)?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh) shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh)?
Bed & food, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Umlung Tso (Cascading lakes of Ladakh)?
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