About Phulara Ridge Trek
The Phulara Ridge Trek is one of the most unique treks in Uttarakhand, located in the Govind Pashu Vihar National Park, Sankri region (Uttarkashi district). Unlike most treks that go through valleys or forests, this one offers a long ridge walk at 12,000+ ft, giving panoramic 360° views of snow-covered Himalayan peaks.
Because of its open ridgeline, trekkers feel like they are walking in the sky with mountains stretching endlessly on both sides. This rare feature makes Phulara Ridge stand apart from other Uttarakhand treks.
Quick Facts
Region: Sankri, Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand)
Altitude: 12,150 ft
Duration: 6 Days (Haridwar to Haridwar)
Trek Distance: ~25–28 km
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
Best Season: May–June and September–October (not accessible in monsoon/winter)
Starting Point: Sankri village (base camp)
Best Time to Visit
- Summer (May–June): Pleasant weather, meadows filled with wildflowers.
- Autumn (September–October): Clear skies, sharp mountain views, post-monsoon greenery.
- Avoid monsoon (July–August) due to landslides & slippery trails.
- Not open in winter (Nov–April) as the ridge remains snowbound.
Highlights Phulara Ridge Trek
- Unique Ridge Walk – A rare Himalayan trek where you walk for hours on an open ridge at 12,000+ ft with mountains on both sides.
- Panoramic 360° Views – Spectacular sights of Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, Black Peak, Kedarkantha and other Himalayan ranges.
- Pushtara Meadows – Vast, untouched grasslands perfect for camping under the stars.
- Rich Forest Trails – Dense pine, oak, and rhododendron forests full of greenery and wildlife.
- Birdwatcher’s Paradise – Home to many Himalayan birds inside Govind Pashu Vihar National Park.
- Less Crowded – An offbeat trek with fewer crowds compared to Kedarkantha or Har Ki Dun.
- Beginner-Friendly – Easy to moderate difficulty, suitable for first-time trekkers with basic fitness.
- Perfect Seasons – Lush green in summer (May–June) and crystal-clear views in autumn (Sept–Oct).
