Brahmatal vs Chakrata
Pick Brahmatal for
snow, camping, adventure
Pick Chakrata for
peace and quiet, tight budgets, nature, fewer people, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
| Brahmatal | Chakrata | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Lohajung, Chamoli | Uttarakhand, Dehradun |
| Highest point | 3,734 m | 2,300 m |
| Difficulty | Easy–moderate | Easy |
| Trek distance | about 22 km | No trek needed |
| Days on the ground | 6–7 | 2–3 |
| Best months | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,800 | about ₹2,200 |
| Gateway | Kathgodam / Dehradun | Dehradun |
| With kids | Possible | Good |
| With seniors | Not advised | Good |
| Permits | Forest department permit, usually arranged by the operator. | Some areas need a military pass — check locally. |
Brahmatal: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Chakrata: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely