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Triund trek
Dharamshala & Kangra Easy Featured

Triund Trek

An overnight camp on the Dhauladhar ridge above McLeod Ganj at about 2,850 m, with the snow peaks on one side and the Kangra valley on the other.

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Overview

Triund at a glance

The Triund trek is a 2-day easy trek in Dharamshala & Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, reaching a maximum altitude of 2,850 m over about 14 km. It starts from Gallu Devi temple, with pickup in McLeod Ganj. The best time to go is March to June and September to November. Guided departures with Himachali Guide start from ₹2,500 per person.

Triund is probably the most popular short trek in Himachal. From the Gallu Devi temple above Dharamkot a well-made trail climbs through oak and rhododendron forest, past a couple of tea stalls, to an open grassy ridge at about 2,850 metres.

People come for the view. The Dhauladhar stands right in front of you like a wall of rock and snow, and on the other side the ridge drops down to Dharamshala and the Kangra valley, which goes on till the horizon. Sunset and sunrise from the ridge camp are the best part.

It is roughly 7 km each way, so first-time trekkers and families with teenagers manage it fine. We stay the night on the ridge instead of rushing up and down in one day. That way you get the evening light, the stars and the morning view.

Best time to go

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Logistics

Region
Dharamshala & Kangra
Base camp
Gallu Devi temple
Pickup
McLeod Ganj
Group size
Up to 15

Highlights

  • Overnight ridge camp at about 2,850 m facing the Dhauladhar range
  • Sunset over the Kangra valley and sunrise on the snow peaks
  • Forest trail of oak and rhododendron from Gallu Devi temple
  • Short, well-marked trail, fine for first-timers
  • Fits into a weekend from Delhi, Chandigarh or Amritsar

Itinerary

2 days · tap a day to expand

  1. Day 1 McLeod Ganj to Triund via Gallu Devi 2,850 m 7 km 4 hrs

    Meet in McLeod Ganj at 9 am and walk or drive up to the Gallu Devi temple above Dharamkot. Trek through oak and rhododendron forest and up the final zigzags to the Triund ridge. Evening on the ridge for sunset over the Kangra valley.

    • Lunch, Dinner
    • Tents on the Triund ridge
  2. Day 2 Triund to McLeod Ganj 2,080 m 7 km 3 hrs

    Sunrise on the Dhauladhar, breakfast at camp, then walk back down the same trail to Gallu Devi and McLeod Ganj by early afternoon.

    • Breakfast

What's included

Included

  • Two-person tents, sleeping bags and mattresses on the ridge
  • Day 1 lunch and dinner, Day 2 breakfast
  • Certified trek leader
  • Forest permits and camping fees
  • First aid kit

Not included

  • Travel to and from McLeod Ganj
  • Taxi from McLeod Ganj to Gallu Devi (about 2.5 km, optional)
  • Personal porter for your backpack (available on request)
  • Travel insurance
  • 5% GST

Things to carry

  • Trekking or sturdy sports shoes
  • Daypack 20 to 30 litres
  • Warm jacket and a fleece
  • Rain jacket
  • Woollen cap and gloves
  • Two 1-litre water bottles
  • Head torch
  • Sun cap, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Personal medicines
  • Government photo ID

Frequently asked questions

How difficult is the Triund trek?

It is an easy to moderate climb of about 7 km from Gallu Devi temple, taking three to four hours at a steady pace. The last stretch, often called the 22 curves, is the steepest. Anyone who walks regularly can do it.

Can I do Triund in one day?

Many people walk up and down in a day, but we camp on the ridge overnight so you see sunset and sunrise. That is when Triund looks its best.

When is the best time for Triund?

March to June and September to November give clear views. July and August bring heavy monsoon rain and slippery trails, and from December to February the ridge can be snowbound and very cold.

How do I reach McLeod Ganj?

Overnight buses run from Delhi and Chandigarh to McLeod Ganj and Dharamshala. The nearest airport is Gaggal (Kangra), about an hour away, and the nearest broad-gauge railhead is Pathankot.

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