Travel Guide for Kedarnath
New Route to Kedarnath
Kedarnath Route Map
Before we proceed to then New Route of Kedarnath, we should explain the Old Route.
The old trek route was started from Gaurikund to Kedarnath
via Rambara, a total walking distance of 14 kms. It was a nicely built
pavement with fences, many shelters, shops and public conveniences
in-between. The route was extremely safe, easy and with beautiful views
of valleys, jungles and waterfalls.
After the disastrous flood in Kedarnath region during 2013, the old
route was completely washed away, with no scope of repairs or
reconstruction.
Kedarnath Temple New Route
The new route to Kedarnath Temple
is constructed and maintained by NIM teams members. Various teams are
working to maintain the best suitable road to Kedarnath. New route via
Rambara and Linchauli is major trek route to reach Kedarnath. Rambara
was completely washed away in 2013 floods. Now only newly constructed
bridge is to landmark Rambara.
Gaurikund to Kedarnath
This route will start from Gaurikund to Kedarnath, a total trek of
around 15-16 kms. This route has been recommended by NIM (Nehru
Institute of Mountaineering). As the route between Rambara and Kedarnath
was completely swept away, pilgrims can reach Kedarnath via Linchauli.
Trek Route Map To Kedarnath From Gaurikund
Gaurikund – 6 kms –
Rambara Bridge – 4 kms – Jungle Chatti – 3 kms – Bheembali – 4 kms –
Linchauli – 4 kms – Kedarnath Base Camp – 1 kms – Kedarnath Tremple
Kedarnath Trek Route Video
Here you can watch how the new trek follows through Rambara Bridge, Chota Lincholi and other camsp on the route to Kedarnath.
Alternative Trek Routes
From 2016, there has been two more trek routes open for Kedarnath. These are the new trek routes to Kedarnath :
1. Chaumasi – Kham – Rambara – Kedarnath (Total Distance 18 kms)
2. Trijuginarayan – Kedarnath (Total Distance 15 kms)
