Rupin Pass is a moderate-to-difficult crossover trek from Dhaula in Uttarakhand to Sangla in Himachal Pradesh, crossing a pass at about 4,650 m (15,250 ft). It covers around 40–42 km over 7–8 days, best in May–June or September to mid-October.
About the Rupin Pass trek
The trail follows the Rupin river through hanging villages like Jiskun and Jakha to the waterfall at Dhanderas Thatch, then climbs to the pass and drops into the Baspa valley of Kinnaur.
When to go
Best months: May, Jun, Sep, Oct
- Jannot recommended
- Febnot recommended
- Marnot recommended
- Aprnot recommended
- Mayrecommended
- Junrecommended
- Julnot recommended
- Augnot recommended
- Seprecommended
- Octrecommended
- Novnot recommended
- Decnot recommended
How difficult is it?
- Easy
- Easy–Moderate
- Moderate
- Moderate–Difficult
- Difficult
The route includes a steep snow gully climb to the pass and a long descent; the variety of terrain makes it demanding but not technical.
How to reach
- Nearest city
- Dehradun (start); Shimla (end)
- Nearest railway
- Dehradun
- Nearest airport
- Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
Common questions
How high is Rupin Pass?
About 4,650 m (15,250 ft).
Where does the Rupin Pass trek start and end?
It starts at Dhaula in Uttarakhand and ends at Sangla in Himachal Pradesh.