Tungnath & Chandrashila
Think of this as two climbs. Tungnath is a natural place to reassess the weather, your pace and the daylight remaining before deciding whether to continue to Chandrashila.
Chopta › Tungnath › Chandrashila
My notes
I’ve trekked to Tungnath and Chandrashila peak. This guide covers both legs of the walk.
The route
Chopta
The usual trailhead for this route. Confirm road access, trail conditions and your return transport before you start.
Tungnath
Uttarakhand Tourism puts this leg at roughly 3 km from Chopta. If a temple visit is part of your plan, check temple access separately.
Chandrashila
The tourism board puts the peak roughly 1.5 km beyond Tungnath. The upper leg is steeper, and snow or ice can change the walk substantially.
Return to Chopta
Budget daylight for the whole descent. Turning back at Tungnath is a sensible option if the upper trail or weather is poor.
Before you go
- Check the Rudraprayag forecast and confirm local trail conditions, especially for the summit section.
- Bring a warm layer, wind protection and a headlamp. Make your turnaround decision early if visibility worsens or the route is icy.
- Read up on altitude illness before you travel. If you develop symptoms at altitude, stop ascending and seek local help if symptoms worsen.