Kedarnath Temple New Route
The new route to Kedarnath Temple is constructed and maintained by NIM teams members. Various teams are working to maintain the best suitable road to Kedarnath. New route via Rambara and Linchauli is major trek route to reach Kedarnath. Rambara was completely washed away in 2013 floods. Now only newly constructed bridge is to landmark Rambara.
Gaurikund to Kedarnath
This route will start from Gaurikund to Kedarnath, a total trek of around 15-16 kms. This route has been recommended by NIM (Nehru Institute of Mountaineering). As the route between Rambara and Kedarnath was completely swept away, pilgrims can reach Kedarnath via Linchauli.
Trek Route Map To Kedarnath From Gaurikund
Gaurikund – 6 kms → Rambara Bridge – 4 kms → Jungle Chatti – 3 kms → Bheembali – 4 kms → Linchauli – 4 kms → Kedarnath Base Camp – 1 kms → Kedarnath Temple
Kedarnath Trek Route Video
Here you can watch how the new trek follows through Rambara Bridge, Chota Lincholi and other camp on the route to Kedarnath.
Alternative Trek Routes
From 2016, there has been two more trek routes open for Kedarnath. These are the new trek routes to Kedarnath
- Chaumasi → Kham → Rambara → Kedarnath (Total Distance 18 kms)
- Trijuginarayan → Kedarnath (Total Distance 15 kms)
Facilities in Kedarnath Trek Route
Enroute Kedarnath from Gaurikund, there are several facilities provided by the administration. Medical and First aid facilities are available at Bhimbali, Lincholi and Kedarnath. There is also a 10 bedded hospital with ECG and other modern facilities at Kedarnath. Apart from Medical, tea/ coffee shops and resting sheds are available on the route.
Keep visiting this section for more updates on the new route to Kedarnath.