Dehnasar Lake Trek

An Overview

Dehnasar Lake Trek (4,280 m) is a special trek in the Dhauladhar Range of Kangra district. Trekatribe offers trekking to this unexplored lake trek in the month of Mid- July to Mid-August. It is one of the best treks near Barot. According to the Mythology, Dehnasar lake is the abode to Goddess Parvati who is said to visit the lake in Bhadrapada month of Hindu calendar which generally falls in August or September. It is also believed that whosoever preaches Sun God while standing in water get their wishes fulfilled.There are two alternate routes towards the lake from Barot Valley in Mandi District.

Jogindernagar -Barot-Lohardi-Polling-Dehnasar Lake.
Jogindernagar -Thaltukhod-Dehnasor Lake.

Trek via Lohardi is the most commonly used and shortest due to steep gradient. Thaltukhod trek is more lengthy and time-consuming due to gentle slopes upwards. On the other hand, the lake is also approachable through another trek that starts from the opposite side of Kullu Valley. It can take more than 6 days to complete journey using this route. Dehnasar Lake is situated beside rocky cliffs of the top of the mountain and derives its water from the snow. It remains frozen under a thick coat of snow during winters. Blizzards and hailstorms are common due to high altitude and therefore trekkers and pilgrims are advised to take precautions (rain & wind sheeter) with them before leaving for the journey. Shepherds are commonly sighted along the trek during the pilgrimage and you will witness rare varieties of herbs and flowers here. The trail is spectacular and peaceful with breath-taking beauty all around. This lake has a circumference of about 800 meters. It is visited by devotees of Lord Shiva in the month of August-September and they take a holy dip in the pure lake, which is said to have healing properties.This lake is situated on the foothill of Ghora Lotnu Peak. This lake is surely going to surprise you with its beauty.

Day 1

This adventurous trip begins with our a drive from Mandi to the quaint little village of Barot. Upon our arrival in Barot, we relax with a cup of evening tea and prepare for the trel with a briefing about its technicalities. The day ends with dinner and stay at a guest house in Barot

Day 2

We begin the day with a hearty breakfast in Barot, followed by a drive towards Lohardi, the starting point of our trek. After having lunch at bridge point, en route our destination for the day, we reach Camp Jungle 1 for night stay and dinner.

Day 3

Upon waking to the serene sounds of nature around us, we head on towards the next stop of our trek after feasting on some breakfast. We have lunch en route at a ite called Phul Ghati, before heading on to our campsite for the day at Dera. We retire for the night after a wholesome dinner and bonfire to warm ourselves up.

Day 4

This day is going to be packed with adventures. After having our breakfast, we make a small hike to the lake. After exploring the lake and the areas aurroudning it, we head back to Dera for lunch. After lunch we begin our descend either towards camp Jungle 1 or Lohardi depending on the weather conditions. We end this strenuous day with dinner and night stay at camp jungle 1 or rest house, Barot accordingly.

Day 5

After a hearty breakfast in Barot guest house, wer begin our drive back to Mandi. At Mandi, we part ways to meet soon for another trekking adventure. (Night stay in Mandi would be arranged if required by you)