Phurkia

Phurkia is a high-altitude meadow situated at approximately 3,200 meters in the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand. Located on the Pindari Glacier trek route, it serves as a key overnight camping site for trekkers. The meadow offers panoramic views of Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, and other Himalayan peaks, surrounded by alpine flora.

Visitors can expect a remote high-altitude meadow environment with tent-based camping accommodations. The area features alpine vegetation and provides clear views of major Himalayan peaks including Nanda Devi and Nanda Kot on clear days. Trekkers pass through this location en route to Pindari Glacier Zero Point, crossing frozen streams and witnessing the transition from forest to alpine terrain.