Krishansar Lake

Krishansar Lake is a high-altitude alpine oligotrophic lake located at about 3,710 metres near Sonamarg in Ganderbal District, Jammu and Kashmir. Situated on the Kashmir Great Lakes trek route, it is known for its clear blue-green waters, surrounding snow-capped peaks and alpine meadows. The lake is fed by snowmelt, is famous for trout fishing, and is accessible only by trekking during the summer months.

Visitors can expect a pristine alpine lake surrounded by meadows and snow-covered mountains, accessible only via a moderate to strenuous trek from Sonamarg via Nichinai Pass. The area offers open grasslands, clear cold water, views of neighboring Vishansar Lake, seasonal shepherd encampments, and camping grounds. There are no built structures or shops at the lake; the experience is entirely natural and trek-based.

The name Krishansar is derived from Krishna, reflecting local naming tradition for the twin lakes Krishansar and Vishansar. The lake is valued in local pastoral culture as part of seasonal grazing meadows used by Gujjar and Bakarwal shepherds.