Chopta
Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand: rhododendron forest, meadows and the base for Tungnath and Chandrashila.
About Chopta
Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand: rhododendron forest, meadows and the base for Tungnath and Chandrashila.
Top things to see and do in Chopta include Tungnath trek, Chandrashila summit, Deoria Tal, Chopta meadows, Sunrise point.
Nearby attractions in Chopta
Tungnath trek
Chandrashila summit
Deoria Tal
Chopta meadows
Sunrise point
Chopta birdwatching trails
Forest road and meadow trails around Kund, Makku and Kakra Ghat (Chakki Bend) for Himalayan Monal, pheasants and woodpeckers.
Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary
Chopta lies inside this sanctuary and Important Bird Area with 240+ recorded bird species.
Anusuya Devi Temple (Mandal)
Forest temple of Sati Anusuya reached by a short walk from Mandal, towards Gopeshwar.
Tungnath and Chandrashila
Trek to the highest Shiva temple and the 4,000 m summit for Himalayan views.
Stays in Chopta
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Nearby destinations
Ukhimath
Pilgrimage · 1311 m
Guptkashi
Pilgrimage · 1319 m
Deoriatal
Lake · 2438 m
Kalimath
Pilgrimage · 1463 m
Ukhimath · 3 kmGuptkashi · 4 kmDeoriatal · 5 kmKalimath · 11 kmTungnath · 12 kmChandrashila · 12 kmSonprayag · 16 kmTrijuginarayan · 16 km
Frequently asked questions about Chopta
What is the best time to visit Chopta?
The best time to visit Chopta is Mar–Jun, Sep–Dec (snow Dec–Feb). It sits at about 2680 metres above sea level.
How far is Chopta from Dehradun?
Chopta is roughly 103 km from Dehradun in a straight line; the road distance is longer on mountain roads, so plan extra travel time. Dehradun (Jolly Grant) is the nearest major airport for most of Garhwal, and Haridwar, Rishikesh and Kathgodam are the main railheads.
Where should I stay in Chopta?
Verified stays in Chopta are being added. Send an inquiry and our team will suggest options.
What other places are near Chopta?
Nearby destinations include Ukhimath, Guptkashi, Deoriatal, Kalimath, Tungnath.