Kedarnath is most revered shrine in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. Kedarnath Yatra is not just the matter of faith but also of endurance and inner power that pilgrims needs to carry out to reach the holy shrine.
Kedarnath is highest of 12 Jyotirlinga in India . Kedarnath is more important because of being one of Char Dham Circuit Places in India . Pilgrimage to Kedarnath opens in April.
| Know More Before visiting Kedarnath Dham |
| Country |
India |
| State |
Uttarakhand |
| Location |
220 KM from Haridwar , 250 KM from Dehradun , 450 KM from Delhi |
| How to Reach |
Nearest Airport is Dehradun Himalaya Airport, Phata Helipad is good for Kedarnath Yatra by Helicopter |
| Best time to visit |
Summer (April –June) |
| Opening Time of Kedarnath Dham Temple |
Kedarnath Temple Opens from 4:00 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Things to do |
Pilgrimage, Rituals |
| Tourist Attractions |
Kedarnath Temple |
| Nearby Tourist Places |
Badrinath , Gangotri , Yamunotri , Almora Mussoorie , Haridwar , Dehradun |
| Fairs & Festivals |
Badri-Kedar Festival |
| Weather & Climate |
Severe Winters & Cold Summer |
| Photography |
Take snaps of Pilgrimage, Rituals & Natural beauty of mountains |
| What to Wear |
Wear woolen Clothes even in Summer |
Opening Time of Kedarnath Kapat
| Char Dham Yatra |
Opening Date |
Closing Date (tentative) |
| Kedarnath |
2 May 2025 |
3 November 2025 |
- Helicopter services are obtainable for Kedarnath from various cities in Uttarakhand like Phata, Dehradun, Agustmuni, Sitapur, Gauchar etc. Due to greater and easy accessibility Kedarnath Yatra by helicopter is gaining popularity.
- You can also visit Kedarnath by Private Vehicle.
- Nearest Railway Station to Kedarnath is Haridwar (250 KM).
Places to visit
Places to visit in Kedarnath are:
Kedarnath Temple is the main centre of attraction for pilgrims and devotees. Gauri Kund is the Hot Spring in which Pilgrims take bath. Vasuki Tal is the beautiful Lake named after revered serpent Vasuki who is believed to hold the mother earth on its hood.
Other Pilgrimage Places in Kedarnath are Shankaracharya Samadhi , Bhairavanath Temple , Ukshimath Temple , Madmaheshwar Temple (Madhyamaheshwar Temple) , Chorabari Lake and Deoria Tal .
| Aspect |
Details |
| Event Name |
Kedarnath Dham Yatra |
| Location |
Kedarnath, Uttarakhand, India |
| Significance |
One of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites, dedicated to Lord Shiva, offering spiritual peace and blessings to devotees |
| Best Time to Visit |
May to November (during the temple’s opening season) |
| How to Reach |
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (approx. 239 km)
By Train: Rishikesh Railway Station (approx. 216 km)
By Road: Roadways from Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradun to Gaurikund (the base for Kedarnath trek)
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| Distance |
From Gaurikund to Kedarnath Temple: 16 km (trek or helicopter services) |
| Accommodation |
Guest Houses, Camps, and Dharmshalas in Kedarnath, Gaurikund, and nearby areas |
| Temple Timings |
Morning Aarti: 4:30 AM – 6:00 AM
Evening Aarti: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
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| Trekking Information |
Start from Gaurikund and trek for 16 km uphill to reach Kedarnath Temple. Alternatively, helicopter services are available. |
| Nearby Attractions |
Gaurikund, Vasuki Tal, Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, Mandakini River, Bhairon Temple |
| Important Tips |
Carry warm clothes, trekking gear, and adequate water. Be prepared for high altitudes and unpredictable weather. |
Temple Town sees many festivities according to Hinduism . But the most visited fair of Kedarnath is Badri-Kedar Festival .
Best Things to Do in Kedarnath
Pilgrims visit the holy shrine of Kedarnath to pay obeisance/have darshan of Kedarnathji.
You can perform several rituals as informed in Kedarnath Temple.
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Nearby tourist places from Kedarnath are:
Kedarnath is high on altitude so experiences severe winter and remains cold in summer with pleasant temperature. Monsoon is abundant during rainy season due to Orographic rainfall. Summers are good for pilgrimage and outdoor activity.
Where to Stay in Kedarnath
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