Chopta
Nestled in Garhwal Himalayas Range, Chopta is beautiful hill station popularly known as the “Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand”. Located at an high altitude of 2680m above the sea level in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. Famous for its breath-taking natural beauty, lush greenery and snow covered Himalayan Peak.
Chopta offers a calm and natural environment where traveler can experience the beauty of mountains, forests, wildlife and traditional Himalayan culture. It is more popular among trekkers, nature lovers and photographers.
Things to do
- Trek to Tungnath Temple :- One of the highest Shiv temple in world, situated at an high altitude of 3680m above the sea level. The trek is around 3.5 km from Chopta.
- Visit to Chandrashila Summit :- Located about 1.5 km uphill from Tungnath Temple. Famous for its panoramic view of Nanda Devi, Trishul, Chaukhamba and Kedarnath on a clear days.
- Camping :- One of the most popular activities in chopta is Camping that provide the peace, fresh mountain air and stunning landscape.
- Enjoy Bird Watching :- The forest nearer to the Chopta are home to 240 species of birds that include himalayan monals, woodpeckers, eagles, pheasants and many more.
- Photography :- It offers endless photography opportunities.
Places to Visit
Tungnath Temple
Tungnath is one of the highest Shiva temple in the world.
Chandrashila Peak
It lies just above the Tungnath Temple. It gives a breath-taking panoramic view of nanda devi, trishul, chaukhamba and kedarnath.
Deoria Tal
Beautiful high-altitude lake famous for its crystal clear water that reflect the Himalayan peaks like Chaukhamba.
Ukhimath
Ukhimath is the place where the ideol of Lord Shiva brought from Kedarnath Temple to Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, during the heavy snowfall.
Bisurital
Bisurital is a peaceful and less known destination located near Chopta. It features a green meadows, dense forests and seasonal lake.
Dugalbitta
Dugalbitta is a small peaceful village, lies on the route to Chopta.
Best time to Visit
- March to June :- pleasant weather, best for trekking and sightseeing.
- September to November :- Cool weather, clear Himalayan view and perfect for photography, trekking and camping.
- December to February :- Best for snow activities like hiking, camping and photography of snow.
- July to August :- Heavy rain, that occur landslides and slippery road.
FAQS - Frequently Asked Question
Where is chopta located
Chopta is a beautiful hill station located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. Situated at an high altitude of 2680m above the sea level.
rishikesh to chopta distance
Chopta is located about 165 to 170 km from rishikesh.
chopta to tungnath distance
Chopta is located about 3 to 4 km from tungnath.
haridwar to chopta distance
Chopta is located about 180 to 220 km from haridwar.
dehradun to chopta distance
Chopta is located about 200 to 245 km from dehradun.
How to Reach
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport (DED), which is approximately 220 km. Check Flight Timing
The nearest railway station is Haridwar Junction (HW), which is approximately 225. Check Train Timing
Government and private buses are operates to Chopta from cities likes Haridwar, Rishikesh, Rudraprayag and Dehradun.