Alpather Lake

Alpather Lake is a high-altitude alpine lake located at the foot of the Apharwat Peak near Gulmarg in Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir. Situated at about 4,390 metres above sea level, the triangular lake remains frozen until mid-June and is surrounded by snow-covered meadows and mountains. Known for its pristine setting and trekking route from Gulmarg, it is a popular seasonal attraction accessible by foot or pony.

Visitors can expect a high-altitude alpine lake with a distinctive triangular shape set in a bowl surrounded by snow-covered slopes at the base of Apharwat Peak, about 13 km from Gulmarg. The lake is frozen for much of the year and partially thaws in summer, revealing clear water. Access is only by trekking or pony ride across meadows and rocky terrain. There are no built structures at the lake; the experience is focused on natural scenery, photography and the trek itself.