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Triund Trek: McLeodganj to Alpine Meadow — 2 Days

A 9-kilometer trek from Dharamkot through oak and rhododendron forest to a 2,875-meter alpine meadow with views of the Dhauladhar Range and Kangra Valley.

The Triund Trek departs from McLeodganj, a settlement in Himachal Pradesh known as the exile residence of the Dalai Lama and home to Tibetan monasteries and prayer flags. The route starts in Dharamkot and climbs 9 kilometers through mixed forest to Triund Top, an open meadow at 2,875 meters with unobstructed views of the Dhauladhar peaks—including Mun, Rifle Horn, Arthur's Seat, and Slab—and the Kangra Valley below. The trek is accessible year-round: in winter the meadow fills with snow; in summer, alpine grass dominates. A camp is established at Triund, where overnight stays allow for stargazing in an environment largely free from city light pollution. The descent follows the same route back to Dharamkot, with the option to pass by the upper reaches of Bhagsu Waterfall on the return.

Best time to go: Throughout the year

Highlights

Steep ascent through mixed forest of oak, rhododendron, and deodar trees from Dharamkot to Triund Top at 2,875 meters
Panoramic ridge views of Dhauladhar peaks (Mun, Rifle Horn, Arthur's Seat, Slab) and Kangra Valley
Alpine meadow camping at Triund with starry night sky visibility
Descent alongside upper reaches of Bhagsu Waterfall on return route
Aerial views of Dharamshala Cricket Stadium from the trail

Day by day

1Dharamkot to Triund: Forest Ascent to Alpine CampsiteDharamkot · Triund · mixed forest comprising oak, rhododendron, and deodar trees

The trek begins in Dharamkot village with a steep 4-hour ascent through mixed forest comprising oak, rhododendron, and deodar trees to reach Triund campsite at 2,875 meters. A packed lunch is provided during the hike. Accommodation is in shared mountain tents at the campsite. Dinner is served in the evening.

2Triund Ridge Walk and Descent to DharamkotDharamkot · Triund Top ridge

An early morning hike from the campsite ascends to Triund Top ridge, an open alpine meadow offering views of the Dhauladhar mountain range on one side and Kangra Valley on the other. Weather and visibility conditions affect view quality, particularly during monsoon (June–September) and winter (December–February) seasons. After spending some time at the ridge, the trek descends via the same route back to Dharamkot, covering a downhill walk of three to four hours. Breakfast is provided before departure. Total trek distance is approximately 9 kilometers return.

Included

Tent accommodation on triple sharing basis.
Sleeping bags, sleeping mattress, toilet tents etc.
Meals: 1 Dinner and 1 Breakfast.
Experienced trekking guide with support staff

Not included

GST @5%.
Any kind of transportation.
Bottled water for drinking during the trek. You must bring your own or can buy from us at extra cost.
Porter or pony to carry personal back pack.
Items and services of personal nature like soft drinks, alcoholic drinks(not allowed),etc.
Any government fee if put on triund trail by the government in future.
Any other services not mentioned in 'Inclusions'.

Activities: Trekking