Triund Trek with Camping

Triund Trek Height and Difficulties

Triund trek height is 2,850-m or 9350-ft AMSL. It is the only and easiest trekking trail route in the Himalayas. It is an easy trekking route for adults. Yet, teenagers might feel easy to moderate difficulties if they are below 4.5-ft in height. An all-inclusive Mcleodganj tour package will include a Triund trek with an experienced local guide who speaks English. Yet, the trail route is such an easy mountain pathway that a single and solo woman tourist can reach Triund Peak on a day trip. Beginners or first-timers can trek and reach the peak within 3 to 4 hours from Mcleodganj main chowk and Gallu Devi temple. Triund trek km is ten or 6.2 miles only.

Things to do in Triund Trek

Photography

Never miss carrying your digital cameras while on the Triund trek. The vloggers must capture their Triund trekking trail in a video to show how easy this trek is from Mcleodganj. It will be a lifelong memory to capture the vastness of the snow-capped Dhauladhar ranges and the lush green Kangra Valley in photos and videos. Trekkers can have excellent views of the snowline. Your photos will be unique if you can capture the greenery below the snowline and the white beauty or the snow on the mountains above the snowline.

Night Camping

Mountain adventure seekers and tourists can stay overnight if they wish to see the sunrise and sunset from Triund Peak. Triund camp booking is permitted in non-rainy season. It will be much more appealing to see the sun rays falling on the snow, turning orange and becoming white beauty later during sunrise and sunset. During the night, you can stay in modern camps. They are equipped with battery-run heaters, night lamps and blankets to beat the chill. It is advisable to come in a group to enjoy a bonfire and gaze at the stars in crystal clear skies. On full moon night, you can view the snowline as Mother Nature’s wonder on the Himalayas. Play music, enjoy hot beverages and spend memorable night-by-night camping at Triund Peak. Check your Triund trek package includes night camping and food.

Enjoy the Trek

The first-timers cannot imagine what they see on the way to the Triund trek. It will be eye soothing to see rhododendron flowers in pink, rose and red while reaching above the snowline of Dhauladhar Mountain Ranges. Below the snowline, it will be a wonder to see the oak trees spread uniformly on the Kangra Valleys slopes. The trekkers will never feel tired; the blue sky and engulfing mountain mists will make you feel heavenly. Trekking in a group and taking photos of your members will be an excellent experience to show your photography skills. During monsoon, you will trek along small flowing streaks and mountain ponds. During winter, you will be like Santa Claus, trekking on the mountain snows and enjoying the white beauty under the blue sky. As your trekking height increases, you will have the best views of the snow-capped mountain peaks of the High altitude Himalayas. A beforehand Triund trek camp booking is necessary when you visit here in peak tourist season. I will help if you can book online 24/7, 365 days a year.

Things to Carry on Trekking to Triund Peak

• In summer or winter, trekkers are advised to pack woollen items like sweaters, socks, gloves and mufflers.

• Always pack a woollen blanket if you wish to stay overnight at Triund peak camp.

• Carry hot packs to take hot water, tea or coffee.

• Pack medicines for fever, cold, loose motion and altitude sickness if necessary.

• Bring photos, digital video cameras and your Smartphone to capture your Triund trekking trail with your friends.

• Bring hiking shoes, eye gear, hiking stick, wind jackets, and the right backpack to put all your necessary things for a day trip or overnight stay while on a Triund trek package trip from Mcleodganj.

• Camping kits are available for rental at Mcleodganj main chowk. You must carry those heavy things while trekking trip to Triund.

• Carry energy bars, beverages and some snacks to eat while on trek and night camping.

• Water is essential to carry while on the Triund trek. It is advisable to bring bottled mineral waters in sufficient quantities by each trekker.

The Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Board and the Himachal State Government promote Eco-tourism in Himachal Pradesh. The Triund trekkers are advised not to through any used plastic water bottles or snack packets made of polymers and to carry plastic bags while trekking. Your trekking guide will give such instruction when you come under an organized Triund trek with an adventure tour company in Mcleodganj, Himachal Pradesh.

Best time to Trek Triund Peak

Triund trekking and camping is the best to do once in Mcleodganj. Tourists, beginners, armatures, and professional trekkers trek here in all seasons.

Summer

March to mid of June is the best time to take a Triund trek during the summer. Yet, you will find many first-timers, amateurs and professional trekkers at Triund as it is the peak season in Mcleodganj.

Winter

Snowfall in Triund happens in January and February. If you wish to trek in the snow, it is the right time to take the Triund trek.

Monsoon

Since the Triund trek is easy, beginners trek here during the monsoon rain. It would be best if you were here in-between July to September to enjoy the rain and trek. Night camping is not allowed during rain.
Check online before Triund camp booking to know local weather and camping is allowed for tourists and trekkers.

Conclusion

Triund trek is possible on a day trip. You will need a 2-day trip if you wish to stay overnight at Triund peak in a night camp. The nearest place to reach Triund is Mcleodganj. It hardly takes 4 to 5 hours to trek and reaches the peak. It will be much more enjoyable when you come in a group. Book a Mcleodganj adventure tour package and make your Triund trek come true this season.

FAQs on Triund trek

1. What is the best time to go for the Triund trek?

April, May, and June are preferred for trekking, camping, and star gazing at Triund Peak. It is the best time for beginners, mountain adventure seekers, and professional trekkers to take the Triund trekking trail. Triund is a high-altitude trekking trail route on the Himalayas. Adventure seekers willing to trek on the snow must try in winter. Yet, you cannot go camping and stay overnight there during the snowy winter season. Thus, the summer months from April to June are the best time to go for Triund trekking. It is advisable to come here on an organized adventure trip.

2. How do I get to Triund?

Bhagsu Nag, Dharamkot, Gallu Devi Temple, and Mcleodganj main chowk are the starting points for the Triund trekking trail from Mcleodganj. Trekkers from Dharamshala need to reach via road to Mcleodganj and begin trekking. It is advisable to check with your adventure tour or Himachal Tour operator regarding the starting point of the Triund trek. It is advisable to join a group to register and go along with an experienced trekker or a local guide to reach Triund peak. It takes half a day to reach this accessible mountain peak on the Himalayas.

3. What is the height of the Triund trek?

Triund Peak is 2,828 meters or 9,350 ft AMSL. Yet, elevation will vary from 6,500-ft and go higher as you trek and ascend towards the Triund Peak. Thus, ups and downs in the valley altitude will differ. The top height of Triund Hill is 10,632 ft AMSL.

4. Is Triund trek difficult?

Triund trek almost reaches the near barrier of the Himalayas high-altitude mountain ranges. Yet, people with high-altitude sickness must avoid this trekking trail on the Himalayas. When you compare with other trekking trail paths on the Himalayas, Triund is very easy for beginners to trek in the summer season. Yet, a beginner and professional trekker might need extra energy boosters to trek in the winter on the snow.

5. Can we stay at Triund?

Yes, night camping and star gazing are some of the recreational activities permitted on Triund peak. Yet, the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Board and the Himachal Pradesh restrict night staying on the Triund peak during snowfall in the winter. Triund has modern night camps, homestays, and guest houses to accommodate trekkers.