Things To Pack

Down Jacket (Main jacket)

Raincoat/ Poncho

Inner Layer

Tshirt or Fleece

Track Pant

Extra pair of Socks

Trekking/ Hiking Shoes (Forclaz 100 and above or Arpenaz 100. Checkout in Decathlon stores)

Woolen Cap

Rucksack (At least 40L)

Mufflers/ Neck Warmer

Extra pair of Clothes

Undergarments

Slippers

Power Bank

Sunscreen Lotion

Sunglasses

Torch

Water Bottle

Tissue Roll

Hand Sanitizer

Personal Toiletries

Medicines

First Aid Kit

*Add extra thermal layers and sweater during the winter season .

Things To Know

-Prashar Lake Trek

-The lake is a high altitude lake located 2730 meters above sea level.

-The lake is surrounded by snow-covered peaks and looks down on the boiling river Beas. It can be approached through Drang.

-It’s about 50km from Mandi and is frequented by locals and travel enthusiasts alike. 

-Some interesting facts about the Prashar Lake is that a round, floating island can be found inside it. This is actually a common, natural phenomenon that occurs all around the world.

-The island continues floating due to the oxygen in the plants’ roots. This land moves in all directions and it covers 7% of the lake’s area.

-It is unclear how deep it goes as a diver is not able to determine its true depth. 

-The history of Prashar Lake goes deep. It’s considered sacred to the sage Prashar. It is said that he meditated with the deep, blue waters. 

-One of the Pandava brothers, Bhima, had created the lake. According to the story, the Pandavas were returning along with the Lord Kamrunag after the Kurukshetra war. 

-Once they reached the place, Kamrunag decided to live there forever as he fell in love with the beautiful surroundings.

-Thus, the strongest of the lot, Bheem, granted his wish. He rammed his elbow on one of the mountains and created a huge dent in the land. 

-This dent is said to have become Prashar Lake. Due to the holy nature, locals visit it all year round.

-Prashar Rishi is a local temple that serves as a beautiful attraction near the lake. It also holds a lot of architectural significance and brilliance due to the carvings on the walls.

-The lake is a dazzling beauty even when it’s completely frozen during the inter. It’s also considered an important trek in the state of Himachal Pradesh. 

-These blue waters are surrounded by the Dhauladhar Ranges. Thus, the fascinating views of Dhauladhar, Kinnaur mountains, and Pir Panjal await you at the end of the trek.

-During your travels, you’ll come across charming trails that cross several streams and forests. The itinerary of the Prashar Lake Trek includes going from Baggi to Prashar Lake.

-Baggi is the starting point of the trek and is 23km away from Mandi.

-Once you start climbing more, you get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact with the local people. This way, you get to explore the indigenous culture of Prashar Lake firsthand.

-If you love outdoor adventure and want unforgettable memories, this trek is the perfect choice for you as there are a lot of things to do in the Prashar Lake Trek.

-The trek is fit for individuals of all fitness levels and interests. The views are worth every step you take and the campsite setting is another pleasant surprise.

-The majority of trekkers visit during the summer. However, tourism of Prashar Lake never falters as quite a few people come to witness the frozen lake in the winter months as well. 

-The best way to reach Prashar Lake is to first reach the town of Mandi. This town is situated at a distance of about 415 km from Delhi. 

-Once you reach the town, you’ll have to take the narrow and long road that’ll take you to the top of the hill. This is where the lake is located on.