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Sheshnag Lake Trek

Sheshnag Lake Trek Deep Bluish Lake amid Mountains

Sheshnag Lake Trek lies in the Kashmir Valley and it starts from Pahalgam; a famous tourist town. The Sheshnag Lake is perched at an altitude of 3590 m and lies on the Amaranth Yatra track.
This lake is home to a number of fishes. Its deep blue waters look gorgeous and its 1.1 km length makes it a great attraction amid mountains. It is fed by snow-covered mountains and streams above. Usually, in winters, it glaciates.


Hindu Mythology “Abode of Sheshnag”

Meaning of Sheshnag is “The King of Snakes”. According to the legends, Sheshnag himself dug this lake and it is believed that it is his abode.

A Must-Do Short Trek in Kashmir

The lush green meadow surrounds Sheshnag Lake and makes the site more interesting. It is of great significance to Hindus because of mythological beliefs.
It is a must-visit place, easily accessible but remains inaccessible during heavy snowfall. Pass through Pahalgam and Chandanwari valley to reach this sacred site.

Key Points of Sheshnag Lake Trek

Level: Moderate
Proper conditioning & training of body required
Need proper gear & clothing for sub-zero temperature
Shoes are the single most important equipment.
High Altitude requires proper acclimatization.
Winter & Post monsoon or pre-monsoon is the best time. During rains, the region is prone to landslides.
Beautiful landscapes so carry good photo gear & Extra battery backup.
Travel light
The backpack should not exceed 10kgs

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Duration:3 Days (Srinagar to Srinagar)
Best Time: June to Sep
Level: Moderate
Highest Point:3590 m
Weather: Nights are cold and the day temperature is pleasant during the season.
Temperature:(17°C to 20°C) (3°C to 4°C)
Starting point: Srinagar

Short Itinerary of Sheshnag Lake Trek

Day 1 — Srinagar to Pahalgam
Day 2 — Pahalgam to Chandanwari and trek to Sheshnag Lake
Day 3- Sheshnag Lake to Chandanwari and Pahalgam. Drive to Srinagar

Detailed Itinerary of Sheshnag Trek

Day 1: Srinagar to Pahalgam
The transport will be arranged from Srinagar and the drive will be to Pahalgam which lays 100 km away from Srinagar. You can reach Pahalgam through two routes, Bijbehra is the famous tourist route, and the drive is a beautiful one through the rural area of Kashmir

Day 2: Pahalgam to Chandanwari and trek to Sheshnag Lake

Post breakfast head towards Chandanwari, the trail makes its way through the dense maple and fine forests along Ladder River. After a long hike, enter the exotic Chandanwari valley.
Have lunch in the middle of the way. Afterward ascend initially to Pissu top which offers jaw-dropping sight. Now, the trail to Sheshnag Lake is steep.
Reach the 1 km long Sheshnag Lake, its deep blue waters looks gorgeous. Setup your camp nearby and settle for the day.

Day 3: Sheshnag Lake to Chandanwari and Pahalgam. Drive to Srinagar

After spending a good night at the bank of Sheshnag Lake, descend to Pahalgam by retracing your steps. Reach Chandanwari, halt for a while and again start trekking through the dense maple forest.
Follow the same trail and reach Pahalgam. Rest there, then leave for Srinagar.

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