Roopkund (Skeleton Lake) vs Brahmatal
Pick Roopkund (Skeleton Lake) for
nature, a real challenge
Pick Brahmatal for
snow, photography, first-timers, an easier walk, fewer days
| Roopkund (Skeleton Lake) | Brahmatal | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Lohajung, Chamoli | Uttarakhand, Lohajung, Chamoli |
| Highest point | 5,029 m | 3,734 m |
| Difficulty | Difficult | Easy–moderate |
| Trek distance | about 53 km | about 22 km |
| Days on the ground | 8–9 | 6–7 |
| Best months | Jun, Sep | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Snow likely | May, Jun, Oct | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹2,800 |
| Gateway | Kathgodam | Kathgodam / Dehradun |
| With kids | Not advised | Possible |
| With seniors | Not advised | Not advised |
| Permits | Forest permit; confirm current Nanda Devi Biosphere restrictions before booking. | Forest department permit, usually arranged by the operator. |
Roopkund (Skeleton Lake): when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- ❄︎May
- ❄︎Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- ❄︎Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Brahmatal: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely