Dayara Bugyal Trek
Uttarakhand's most accessible alpine meadow, green in summer, snow-covered in winter
- Altitude
- 3,408 m
- Duration
- 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Best time
- April–June (green), December–February (snow)
- Distance
- ~18 km round trip from Barsu
- From Dehradun
- ~180 km (5–6 hrs) to Barsu
About Dayara Bugyal Trek
Dayara Bugyal is a wide alpine meadow at 3,408 m near Uttarkashi, accessible from Barsu village. In spring the grassland is studded with wildflowers; in winter the same slope serves as a ski run for beginners. The views across Bandarpoonch, Srikanth and Draupadi Ka Danda are unobstructed from the meadow edge.
The trek is among the easiest in Uttarakhand — a two-day ascent is possible — making it a strong first-time choice. The rhododendron forest below the bugyal is spectacular in March and April when the trees are in full flower.
Trek highlights
- Dayara meadow at 3,408 m
- Views of Bandarpoonch and Draupadi Ka Danda
- Skiing on the meadow slope in winter
- Rhododendron forest below the bugyal
Book the Dayara Bugyal Trek
We handle permits, guide, camping and transport from Dehradun. Send an enquiry for dates and pricing.