Chhiplakot Bugyal

Chhiplakot Bugyal is a high-altitude alpine meadow situated at approximately 3,090 meters above sea level in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand. Located near Baram village on the Jauljibi-Munsiyari road, this lush green meadow is renowned for its ideal skiing conditions and trekking opportunities. The area offers stunning views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks and serves as a gateway to the Chhipla Kedar pilgrimage site.

Visitors can expect a remote high-altitude alpine meadow surrounded by Himalayan landscapes. The terrain features gentle slopes suitable for skiing during winter months and trekking trails through alpine vegetation. The area provides panoramic mountain views with minimal tourist infrastructure, offering an authentic wilderness experience. Local shepherds use the meadows for grazing, and the region maintains traditional cultural practices.

The meadow serves as part of the traditional route to Chhipla Kedar, a sacred shrine visited by local communities during annual yatras. The area reflects traditional pastoral practices of the Himalayan region.