Jhinda Bugyal

JHINDA BUGYAL (DHARALI)

Jhinda Bugyal trek is a mindblowing hike to the endless grasslands and snowcapped mountains.

It is about 8 km from the main town (dharali) .

Region – Uttarkashi

Duration – 02 Days

Grade/Level – Easy

Altitude (Max) – 12,057 ft.

Best season – JUNE, JULY.

Jhinda bugyal is an upward trek of 3km approx from Dharali main market. Jhinda bugyal is a beautiful meadow.The trek offers the grand view of snowcapped mountains. The peaks like Srikanth,Gangotri ,bandarpunch are visible from jhinda bugyal. Jhinda bugyal is also the best place for camping lovers. You can get the aerial view of the valley through Jhinda bugyal.

This trek is very perfect for beginners. This place is scenic and provides the aerial view of mukhba,dharali,harsil and jaya top. The forests, apple orchards, rajma farms makes it a perfect trek for beginners.

Jhinda bugyal is perfect choice for beginners.Those who are just starting their trek. Jhinda bugyal is the best option. Jhinda bugyal is also famous for Its trek route to Mt. Srikanth.

The trail to Jhinda bugyal ranges from normal to moderate. Overall, it is an upward trek of 3.5km . Always carry a water bottle with you, because there are no source of water throughout the trek. Make sure to fill your bottles at main market dharali. The next source of water is only available at Jhinda bugyal itself.

Jhinda Bugyal is every nature lovers paradise. Every camping site is unique offering breathtaking views. Make sure to collect the woods for bonfires, because there are no woods at Jhinda bugyal.

Activities in Jhinda Bugyal

Trekking: Of you're a camping and meadow lover, Jhinda bugyal is the best choice for beginners.The other you can go from Jhinda bugyal is Mt. Srikanth and Danda (where villagers graze their cattles).

Village Tourism: Dharali village offers the trek to sattal .Dharali village is famous for Rajma and Apple orchard cultivation.One can enjoy the fresh juicy apples here. Selku is the famous festival of dharali village. One can also gather the info about people and their rituals.

Photography: The whole trail of jhinda bugyal is worth capturing. The trail offers amazing view of Apple orchards, pine and deodar forests. One can also spot the beautiful himlayan wild flowers including jayan and brahmakamal. These flowers are in abundance here.

When to do the trek

The best to do the trek is in the months of apr, may, June, August and September. Avoid the trek when there is possibility of rain and snow. Trekking in such weather may lead to serious injuries.

Nearby Places To Visit :

Shrikanth

Sattal (seven lakes)

Mukhwa

Harshil valley

Lama top

Gangotri

Few photos of JHINDA BUGYAL :