Introduction
Phulara is a prominent mountain peak in Mussoorie near Delhi. It is one of the most visited places in Mussoorie. Phulara Ridge trek is one of the most popular treks near Delhi NCR. People from all over India visit this place for weekend getaways and nature lovers also visit here to enjoy the peaceful scenic beauty of this place.
Dehradun to Campsite (Drive 3 hrs)
Drive to Dehradun
Take a Break at Binsar
Drive to Phulara Ridge
Phulara Ridge to Top of the Hill (Trek 2 hrs)
Phulara Ridge Trek 2 hrs
The Phulara Pass is a popular trekking route in South India, which traverses through the Western Ghats region. It lies on the Nilgiri Hills at an altitude of about 300 metres above sea level. The pass connects Phulara with Anekal in Karnataka state via Bheemunipatnam and then enters Andhra Pradesh state before descending towards Chitradurga district. The hill station is well known for its scenic beauty and offers some excellent opportunities for sightseeing as well as camping options.
It has been said that this area was once called “Paradise” because there were so many beautiful places here which were covered with dense forests back then; hence people used to come here on pilgrimage every year during their winter vacations from different parts of India including North India where they would stay over night before returning back home again next day morning after taking rest overnight
Top of the Hill to Ruinsara Lake (Trek 1.5 hrs)
The first part of this trek will take you to the top of the hill and then down to the ruinsara lake. This is a great place for panoramic views, especially when it’s sunset or sunrise. You can enjoy a dip in the lake and have lunch there before heading back to base camp.
Ruinsara Lake to Base Camp (Trek 2.5 hrs)
Ruinsara Lake is a beautiful lake surrounded by forests and mountains. The lake itself is very calm, but there are many other lakes nearby that you can explore on your trek. A small waterfall flows just beside the lake and offers great views of the valley below.
The trek to Ruinsara Lake is 4.5 hours long, so it’s not an easy one for beginners or those who are inexperienced with walking in hot weather conditions! However, if you’re up for an adventure then this trail will definitely suit your needs as it leads directly into Base Camp (1 hour).
Trek Highlights
Trekking through the dense forest. The trek begins at Mussoorie and climbs up to Phulara Ridge, from where you can enjoy jaw-dropping views of Doon Valley to its north and the snow-capped peaks of Garhwal Himalaya on your left.
Viewing the ruinsara lake. To see this famous landmark, you have to take a detour from your trekking route around one hour away from Mussoorie town or even more if you are going by vehicle as it is quite far away from any other place in India!
Enjoying panoramic views during sunrise or sunset hours with friends/family members over dinner at nightfall (if you decide to stay back).
Maximum Altitude 2693 meters.
Phulara Ridge Trek is a famous trek near Dehradun. It is located in Uttarakhand and it is an easy route to take. The maximum altitude of this trek is 2693 metres above sea level, which makes it one of the most beautiful treks in India. The Phulara Ridge Trek takes you through dense forests, alpine meadows and beautiful waterfalls on your way up to the ridge itself where views of snow-capped peaks can be seen from every direction!
Duration: 4 days, 3 nights.
Preparation time: 1-2 days
Recovery time: 2-3 days
It’s best to start your trek a few days before the actual date. This will give you enough time to rest and recover from the previous day’s activities.
