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Gateway to Tungnath & Chandrashila

About Chopta, Uttarakhand

Chopta is a scenic hamlet nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. Sitting at an altitude of approximately 2,680 metres (8,790 ft), it serves as the base camp for the Tungnath–Chandrashila trek — one of the most rewarding high-altitude trails in India.

Often called the Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand, Chopta offers sweeping meadows blanketed with rhododendrons and oak forest, with panoramic views of Trishul, Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba and Kedarnath peaks. The region falls inside Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary and is remarkably pristine compared to other Uttarakhand destinations.

Its proximity to Tungnath — the highest Shiva temple in the world at 3,680m — makes it a spiritual destination as much as a trekking one, drawing pilgrims, nature lovers and adventure seekers year-round.

How to Reach Chopta

By Air: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (221 km). Taxis and buses available from Rishikesh or Dehradun.

By Train: Rishikesh Railway Station (210 km) is the nearest major railhead. From Rishikesh take a shared taxi or bus via Rudraprayag → Ukhimath → Chopta.

By Road: Chopta is well connected by road. From Delhi (~430 km via Rishikesh). Route: Delhi → Haridwar → Devprayag → Rudraprayag → Ukhimath → Chopta. The road is motorable till the main Chopta point.

Best Time to Visit Chopta

Chopta is a year-round destination, each season offering a distinctly different experience.