Kedarnathकेदारनाथ
Lord Shiva · Char Dham shrine in Rudra Prayag district, Uttarakhand
About Kedarnath
The most remote of the four and the highest of the Panch Kedar, a ~16 km walk (or pony/helicopter) up from Gaurikund to the stone temple below the Kedarnath peaks.
How to reach Kedarnath
Kedarnath lies in Rudra Prayag district; the pilgrimage is based at Gaurikund. Most yatris travel up from Haridwar and Rishikesh via the Garhwal hill roads, then continue on foot, pony or helicopter for the final stretch. See Rudra Prayag weather before you plan.
Yatra season
The Char Dham temples open around late April or early May (Akshaya Tritiya) and close near Diwali/Bhai Dooj in October-November. Exact opening and closing dates are announced each year - always confirm the current year's dates and registration rules before travelling.
Treks near Kedarnath
The other three dhams
- Yamunotri यमुनोत्रीGoddess Yamuna · 3,293 m
- Gangotri गंगोत्रीGoddess Ganga · 3,100 m
- Badrinath बद्रीनाथLord Vishnu · 3,300 m
Independent travel guide. Altitude is approximate and yatra dates are announced yearly - verify the current schedule and registration on the official Uttarakhand Char Dham portal before travelling.