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Alpine lake trek · Sonmarg

Gangbal Lake trek

The first day's climb from Naranag is steep through forest.

Photo: Rohit Sharma / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Quick answer

Gangbal and Nundkol are twin alpine lakes below Mount Harmukh at around 3,500 m, reached on a steep trek from Naranag (about 2,270–2,380 m). It's a shorter alternative to the full Kashmir Great Lakes trek, usually done over 2–3 days in the July–September season with a guide and camping gear.

Gangbal Lake trek at a glance

Last checked 29 September 2026
Type
Alpine lake trek
Where
From Naranag; twin lakes at ~3,500 m
Time needed
2–3 days
Best time
July–September
Entry / ticket
Trek support quoted on request
Access status
Seasonal
What to expect

What to expect at Gangbal Lake trek

The first day's climb from Naranag is steep through forest.

Harmukh's glaciers feed the lakes; trout are common.

Weather can turn quickly; nights are cold.

Best months

Best in May–Oct

  1. ShutJan
  2. GoodFeb
  3. GoodMar
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  11. GoodNov
  12. GoodDec
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Packages

Plans with Gangbal Lake trek built in

Family Kashmir — Kashmir Tour Plan
Family

Family Kashmir

6N / 7DKTP-004

Srinagar 2N • Sonmarg 1N • Gulmarg 1N • Pahalgam 2N

HotelTransfersBreakfast & dinnerSightseeing
Indicative from₹25,299per personon twin sharing, deluxe hotels
Kashmir + Ladakh — Kashmir Tour Plan
Ladakh

Kashmir + Ladakh

9N / 10DKTP-006

Srinagar 2N • Sonmarg 1N • Kargil 1N • Leh 5N

HotelTransfersBreakfast & dinnerSightseeing
Indicative from₹43,399per personon twin sharing, deluxe hotels
Grand Kashmir (all four valleys) — Kashmir Tour Plan
Family

Grand Kashmir (all four valleys)

7N / 8DKTP-009

Srinagar 3N • Sonmarg 1N • Gulmarg 1N • Pahalgam 2N

HotelTransfersBreakfast & dinnerSightseeing
Indicative from₹28,899per personon twin sharing, deluxe hotels
FAQ

Gangbal Lake trek questions

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Written by Omar, trip planner in SrinagarChecked on the ground: 29 September 2026 · How we check

Moderate to difficult, with a steep first day.

Usually 2–3.

July–September.

Yes, we strongly recommend one.

Around 3,500 m.

Add Gangbal Lake trek to your Sonmarg plan. We'll time it right.

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