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Overview
The Pulara Ridge Trek, also known as Phulara Ridge, is a unique and increasingly popular moderate-grade trek located in the Govind Pashu Vihar National Park in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India. Unlike many Himalayan treks that lead to a single summit, the Pulara Ridge trek offers an extended walk along a narrow mountain ridge, providing continuous, panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valleys for several hours.
Typically a 5-6 day endeavor, the trek begins from the picturesque village of Sankri, which serves as a base camp for numerous other treks in the region, including Kedarkantha and Har Ki Dun. The trail winds through dense forests of oak, rhododendron, maple, and pine, offering glimpses of diverse flora and fauna, including the vibrant Himalayan Monal.
A significant highlight of the trek is the unique experience of traversing the ridge itself, which feels like walking on an “axe edge” or a high line in the sky, with steep drops on both sides and mountains seemingly moving alongside you. From the ridge, trekkers are treated to breathtaking 250-degree vistas of prominent Himalayan peaks such as Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, Kala Nag (Black Peak), Devkyara, Kedarkantha, and Sarutal Top.
The trek also features serene campsites like Sikolta, Bhoj Gadi, and the expansive Pushtara Meadows. Pushtara, in particular, is a vast, undulating grassland that offers stunning views and a perfect setting for camping. Another point of interest on the route is Juda Ka Talab, a small, high-altitude lake.
Highlights
- The Exhilarating Ridge Walk
- Breathtaking Mountain Vistas
- Pushtara Meadows
- Dense and Pristine Forests
- Offbeat and Tranquil Experience
- Sankri Base Camp
- Seasonal Diversity
- Moderate Difficulty, High Reward
