Kareri Lake is a wonderful freshwater lake located at an elevation of 3300 metres above sea level. It is situated towards the south of Dhauladhar range at a distance of approximately 9 kms from the city of Dharamshala. It is a gorgeous high altitude lake that serves as a source for Nyund stream in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. 

Kareri Lake is famous as its source is the fresh snow that melts from the Minkiani Peakin the Dhauladhar range. The lake enchants the visitors with its clear waters where the lake bed can also be seen with the naked eyes.

The lake is a popular trekking destination and attracts many adventure enthusiasts who set their base camp here before proceeding towards Chamba and Bharmour through the Minkiani Pass and Baleni Pass. 

Kareri Lake is also known for having an ancient temple set in a backdrop of scintillating views and dedicated to Lord Shiva and Shakti. Moreover, the lake is a respite for nature lovers as one can see that it serves as a fantastic grazing ground for the animals bred by the Gaddi tribe which resides near Kareri Lake. 

Kareri Lake trek is a beautiful alpine trail for the trekking enthusiasts to admire the verdant meadows, gurgling streams and orchards replete with colorful flowers. The trek passes through a landscape of forests which are a great escape for wildlife lovers as many Himalayan bird and animal species can be spotted on the way. 

It is a scintillating 3 day trek that covers a ground of 25-30 kms amidst the bounties of nature. The trek starts from Mcleodganj from where one has to take an uphill climb towards Kareri village that is located at an altitude of 1,800 metres.

The trail then ascends furthur to Kareri Lake via a journey that is full of beautiful oak and pine trees and gorgeous winding ridges. The thrilling trek is one of the most sought after adventure activities as you get a chance to explore the fascinating beauty of the landscape tucked in the lap of Himalayas.

How to reach Kareri Lake? 

- By Air:
The nearest airport to Kareri Lake is the Gaggal Airport or Kangra Airport at Dharamshala which is about 20 km away from McLeod Ganj. One can book a cab from there to reach Mcleodganj to proceed for the trek.

- By Train:
Located at a distance of 90 kms, Pathankot Railway Station is the nearest railway station. One can easily get a cab from the railway station to reach Mcleodganj or Kareri village.

- By Road:
The nearest city to reach Kareri Lake via road is Mcleodganj that is j is well connected with all the major cities of North India. One can book a cab for Kareri village from Mcleodganj which is about 35 km away.

What are the things to know before going for Kareri Lake trek? 

Some of the things to keep in mind before going for Kareri Lake trek are: 

- Keep your stack of ready to eat food after you proceed from Kareri village for the trek since it is the last stop where food is available. 

- Plan at least one or two months before going on the trek. Try to maintain a reasonable level of fitness by incorporating activities like yoga, swimming, cardio etc. in your daily routine along with a healthy diet. 

- Take your time to acclimatize yourself during the hike to fight Acute Mountain sickness which happens due to lack of oxygen. 

- Carry a raincoat and windcheater to protect yourself from any unexpected downpours during the trek. 

- Take along the required camping gear like trekking poles and trekking shoes to maneuver through the steep climbs.  

- Keep a minimum load of baggage so as to avoid any extra strain on your body while trekking towards the top of Kareri Lake.