Manali, Himachal Pradesh · Manali travel guide
Sacred lake

High-altitude alpine lake known for trekking and mythological significance.
| Time to spend | About 9 h (7–12 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 5–11 AM — start at dawn to reach the lake before afternoon cloud and storms |
| Avoid | 12–5 PM — afternoon thunderstorms and fog on the pass |
| Best months | Jun, Sep–Oct |
| Months to avoid | Nov–Apr |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Strenuous — ~4,300 m altitude; ~7 km one way from Gulaba |
| Good for | Solo, Couples, Groups |
| Rating | 4.7 / 5 on Google (682 reviews) |
Trek is feasible roughly Jun-Oct; heavy snow covers the lake and trail the rest of the year.



Most visitors spend about 9 h; 7–12 h depending on pace.
5–11 AM, for start at dawn to reach the lake before afternoon cloud and storms. The best months are Jun, Sep–Oct.
Entry is free.