Temple trek
A ridge temple above the valley
Kartik Swami is a hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, at about 3,050 m near Kanak Chauri village.
A short forest walk of about 3 km from the village leads to the ridge, with wide Garhwal Himalayan views.
Elevation≈ 3,050 mRidge shrine
Walk≈ 3 kmFrom Kanak Chauri
Best timeMorningClear mountain light
Day out · night at the hotel
Suggested plan
MORNINGDrive to Kanak Chauri village.
THE WALKClimb through forest to the ridge temple.
RETURNDescend and drive back to the hotel.
NIGHTBack at the hotel for a hot meal and a quiet mountain evening.
From the hotel
How to visit
- Start early for clear views.
- Carry water; few shops on the trail.
- Take the last steps slowly in dew or snow.
Day out · Night inExplore by day.
Explore by day.
Come back to the hotel at night.
Spend the day at the temples, lakes and trails around Chopta. When you return, a hot meal and a warm room are waiting.
Enquire for your stay →01Morning
Breakfast, then set out.
02Day
Visit the places nearby.
03Night
Dinner and rest at the hotel.