Can we go to Prashar lake trek in December ?
Planning a visit to striking Prashar Lake in the month of December is a choice with no regrets as the aura of the lake will melt your heart away-and make you fall in awe with the destination. With the onset of December, the trek becomes a little difficult as the routes are coated with the sparkling white snow and the temperature bar ranges between 0 to -4 degrees celsius. The gleaming white routes, lush green trail of greens, and surreal landscapes make the Prashar Lake trek an excellent selection for the travelers
Trek Basic details:
- Route of the trek: Baggi to Prashar
- Trek circuit: 8 km, but the best part about the route is that it is motorable and you can even plan it with your family.
- Time needed: On average, it takes about 5 hours to cover the trek, but the snow extends the time to 6-7 hours.
- Level of Difficulty: The level of difficulty is Intermediate as the trek circuit is short and not steep which makes it a perfect choice for beginners. Though, make sure you keep your gumboots along as the gleaming snow might make the trail tracing little arduous.
Things to know about the Prashar Lake Trek in December?
- It is located at an elevation of about 2,730 meters above the ground the Prashar Lake trek is known for its tranquility and natural charm that increases with the onset of winters.
- The trek circuit is 8 km that will need 6-7 hours to trace and is perfect for a memorable trekking experience.
- The picture-perfect trekking route will give you a chance to watch the majestic Dhauladhar range that will be covered with snow.
- On the pathways, you will also come across tiny brooklets and charming trails that will be surrounded by snow and the water will be icy cold.
- The month of December is the best month to experience this trek as the routes are beautiful and you can even witness wildlife on your way to the peak.
- The entire route of the trek is motorable
- In the month of December, the lake receives its first snowfall and the temperature ranges between 0 to -4 degrees celsius.
- The trek is good for beginners as the routes are simple and walkable.
- The lake is known to be a sacred spot for its holy water and tales associated with it.
Things to Keep in Mind for the Trek in December:
- Make sure that you do not experience this trek without a local guide as it is surrounded by dense jungles and the knowledge of the map and wildlife is a must.
- Keep yourself hydrated at the trek.
- There are no ATMs in diameter of 50 km so make sure you equip yourself with a substantial amount of cash.
- The mobile networks are not that strong at the trek.
- There are no food options on the trekking route you will have to reach to the lake for a cafe.
- You can rent a tent at the Prashar lake for about INR 300 to 500.
How to reach Prashar Lake base camp?
Reaching out to the Prashar lake is easy! You need to reach Mandi, which is a small town located at a distance of about 400 km from Delhi. From here you can take local transport to the Baggi village that serves as the base point of the trek. In case you don’t wish to trek then you can even take a bus to the Prashar lake from Mandi that will charge you about INR 50.
Essentials for Trek
- Plastic bag to dispose off the waste
- Identity proof
- Trekking shoes
- Sunscreem
- Warm clothes
- Jacket
- Water bottle
- First Aid Kit
- Torch
- Light snacks
- Pair of clothes