Kareri Lake

Kareri Lake is one of the offbeat locations situated at an elevation of 2934 metres above sea level in Kangra District of Himachal Pradesh. A visit to Kareri Lake will open up the doors for travelers to acheive their desired levels of excitement and zeal in an adventurous 

This serene alpine lake is surrounded by lush green pine forests that echos the reverberating sounds of creepers which creates an electrifying ambience like never before. With the panoramic views of towering Mountains along with the sounds of a farwaway waterfall, Kareri lake has everything to keep you engaged throughout your journey.

One of the most distinguishing features of Kareri Lake that attracts popele is its crystal clear waters that reflects the azure skies and the surrounding towering peaks. If you are a camping enthusiast, then going out for a camping expedition at Kareri Lake will turn out to be your best camping expeditons as spending a night under star-studded night sky with a bonfire keeping you warm along with the faint sounds of a nearby stream is an experience that promises moments of serenity and awe.

How to reach?

1. Delhi>Chandigarh>Dharamsala>Ghera>Kareri village>Kareri Lake
2. Delhi>Chandigarh>Mcleodganj>Ghera>Kareri village >Kareri Lake

From Delhi, you can reach Chandigarh either by road, rail or air. Then you have to take a bus from Chandigarh to reach Dharamsala/Mcleodganj. Upon arrival, you have to hire a local cab to reach Kareri village via Ghera and after reaching you have to trek in order to reach Kareri lake.

Best time to visit

The best time to visit Kareri Like is from May to July & from September to November.

Who can visit ?

1. Hikers
2. Camping Enthusiats
3. Photographers
4. Nature lovers
5. Solo Traveler
6. Group Travelers

Who cannot visit?

1. People with altitude sickness
2. Poeple who are physically challenged
3. Seeking luxury
4. Young children

What to do?

1. Trekking
2. Camping
3. Photography
4. Bird watching
5. Fishing
6. Picniking.

Important Points

1. To access Kareri Lake, you need to obtain a trekking permit for which you can get in touch with the Dhauladhar wildlife Sanctuary as the trekking route passes through deep forests. Camping permits are issued only if you are going for a camping expedition.
2. Have all the required documents and Govt Ids in hand for making permits.
3. Carry proper warm clothes to keep yourselves warm as it remains moderately cold throughout the year
4. Make sure that you are having enough food and water with yourself since you will not get any shops in Kareri Lake
5. Reaching Kareri lake involves trekking and for that carry all the required trekking equipments to ease diffiulties.
6. For people with breathing problems, it is advisable to carry inhaler/oxygen canister as it provided instant relief.
7. Lastly keep the suuroundings of Kareri lake clean and green by not littering the area with plastics so that the natural beauty of the lake is preserved.