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The World’s 100 Best Hikes

Triund

McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh, India

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST HIKES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 57 2026
Triund

A trek of roughly 8–9 km one way from McLeod Ganj, Dharamkot or Bhagsu, climbing through oak and rhododendron forest to a grassy ridge. The ridge faces the snow-capped Dhauladhar range on one side and the Kangra Valley on the other, with overnight tent camping.

Highlights

  • Dhauladhar range from the ridge
  • Oak and rhododendron forest
  • Final 22 curves section

Good to know

  • About 8–9 km one way
  • Roughly 3–6 hours up, 2–3 down
  • Last stretch steep, weather changes fast

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