About Dhakuri Pass
Dhakuri Pass is a high-altitude mountain pass located in the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand at approximately 2,900 meters. It serves as a gateway to the Pindari and Sunderdhunga valleys and offers panoramic views of Himalayan peaks including Nanda Devi and Panchachuli. The pass features a flat meadow surrounded by oak and rhododendron forests, making it a popular camping and trekking destination.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a scenic high-altitude meadow surrounded by dense oak, pine, and rhododendron forests. The pass offers clear views of snow-capped Himalayan peaks such as Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, and Panchachuli. A short trek from the campsite leads to Chiltha Top for even better mountain vistas. The area includes a small Maa Bhagwati temple and basic rest house accommodations.
Key highlights
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Panoramic views of Nanda Devi, Panchachuli, and Nanda Kot peaks
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High-altitude flat meadow at approximately 2,900 meters
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Gateway to Pindari and Sunderdhunga valley treks
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Chiltha Top viewpoint with extended mountain range views
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Maa Bhagwati temple nestled within the pass
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Surrounded by oak, pine, and rhododendron forests
Culture & Context
The pass contains a Maa Bhagwati temple, an ancient Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Kali, adding spiritual significance to the location
Route
| By air | Pantnagar Airport is the nearest airport, approximately 250 km from Loharkhet |
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| By train | Kathgodam Railway Station is the nearest railhead, approximately 220 km from Loharkhet |
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