Beas Kund Trek
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Trek 2 Days / 1 Night Easy to moderate

Beas Kund Trek

The source lake of the Beas, under snow peaks

Duration2 Days / 1 Night
Starts fromManali (Dhundi trailhead)
DifficultyEasy to moderate
Best seasonApr to Oct
Max altitude12,772 ft
Trek distance~16 km
Beas Kund Trek photo 1
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Representative photos of the region.

Overview

The quickest way to a high alpine lake from Manali. The trail climbs through oak and pine, opens into meadows and streams, and ends at Beas Kund, the glacial pool where the river Beas begins. It suits first-time trekkers who are reasonably fit.

  • A sacred glacial lake at the source of the Beas
  • Views of the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges
  • Forest, meadow and stream scenery on the approach
  • An overnight tent camp under the stars
  • Beginner-friendly, with short trekking days

Route at a Glance

Manali Dhundi Bakarthach Beas Kund Dhundi

Altitude Profile

How high you sleep and travel through the trip. Gain height gradually and drink plenty of water.

2,5003,5004,500 Dhundi · 2,800 m2,800DhundiBakarthach · 3,300 m3,300BakarthachBeas Kund · 3,890 m3,890Beas KundDhundi · 2,800 m2,800Dhundi Altitude in metres

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Indicative plan. Road, weather and permit conditions can change the order or timing of days.

  1. D1

    Day 1: Manali to Dhundi, trek to Bakarthach

    Drive through Solang to the trailhead at Dhundi, then trek through pine and oak forest to the meadow camp at Bakarthach. Dinner and overnight in tents.

    ~4.5 km · 3 to 4 hrs Bakarthach 3,300 m Tent camp
  2. D2

    Day 2: Beas Kund and back to Manali

    An early climb across open slopes to Beas Kund. Spend time at the lake, then return to Bakarthach for lunch and walk down to Dhundi for the drive back to Manali.

    ~11 km · 6 to 7 hrs Beas Kund 3,890 m Trek ends

Good to Know

  • The trail is steady uphill. Start light training two to three weeks before.
  • Weather turns quickly in the afternoon. The group leaves camp early on lake day.
  • Snow can remain on the upper section until early summer.

What to Carry

  • Broken-in trekking shoes
  • Backpack (30 to 40 L) with rain cover
  • Warm layers, fleece and a down jacket
  • Rain jacket, cap, sunglasses
  • Water bottle and personal medicines
  • Trekking pole (recommended)

Need the full list? See our packing guide.

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