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Kedarnath is closed in August
Kedarnath temple is closed November–April due to heavy snowfall. It opens in May (Akshaya Tritiya) and closes in November (Diwali).
2 daysIdeal stay₹600From / nightFreeEntryMay – June,Best windowRishikeshNearest rail · 220 km
One of the holiest Hindu shrines and a Jyotirlinga, the 8th-century Kedarnath Temple sits at 3,583m amidst snow-capped Himalayan peaks on the banks of the Mandakini river. One of the four Char Dham sites.
Part of a longer route
Kedarnath sits on a curated circuit — most people visit it as one stop of several.
What a day here looks like
The things most people actually do in Kedarnath, by time of day.
Morning
- Kedarnath Temple dawn abhishek darshan2h · easy
- Gaurikund hot spring ritual dip1h · easy
- Vasuki Tal alpine lake trek4h · strenuous
- Himalayan sunrise panorama viewpoint1h 30m · easy
Afternoon
- Gandhi Sarovar lake and glacier viewpoint2h · moderate
- Bhairavnath Temple visit1h · easy
About 11h 30m of activity in total — the planner spreads this across your days and fits travel time around it.
Must-see highlights
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On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Rishikesh 220km · Jolly Grant (DED) 240km
Nearest transport
Rishikesh220 km
Jolly Grant (DED)240 km
Stay options
budget₹600/night
mid₹2,000/night
luxury₹5,000/night
In Aug, expect stays around 30% cheaper than the base rate.
Best time to visit
May – June, September – October (temple open)
How to get here
Rishikesh → Gaurikund
cab · 8h
₹6,000
approx.
Sonprayag → Gaurikund
shared_jeep · 0.5h
₹100
approx.
Nearby attractions
Vasuki Tal trekGandhi Sarovar lakeBhairavnath TempleGaurikundTriyuginarayan Temple
Kedarnath questions, answered
What is the best time to visit Kedarnath?
The best months are September, May, October. May – June, September – October (temple open) November scores lowest on weather and conditions.
How many days do you need in Kedarnath?
Most people spend 2 days in Kedarnath. There are around 6 main things to do, totalling roughly 12 hours of activity.
How do you get to Kedarnath?
The nearest railway station is Rishikesh (220 km) and the nearest airport is Jolly Grant (DED) (240 km). The cheapest common route is Sonprayag → Gaurikund by shared jeep, about ₹100 per person one way.
How much does a trip to Kedarnath cost?
Stays start around ₹600 per night, with food about ₹400 per person per day.
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