Triund
Mcleodganj to Triund is a 9
km gradual trek which passes through the Dharmkot and Rakkar villages. The
tracks from Rawa, Dallake, Dharamkot and Bhagsu meet at a ridge known as
Galu Devi (2130m) which has a small temple and a water point. From Galu
Devi onward the track is smooth and clear and ascends through a mixed
forest of oaks and rhododendrons. The track then gradually gains height
and winds round the ridges looking towards Dharamsala and the Kangra
valley. The last climb after a snow nullah rises abruptly with steep
ascents and the track weaves through twenty two curves making the ascent
tiring and difficult. On this track one can spot many types of birds.
Monals are in plenty. The black bear, leopards, pigs and wild goats are
also found in this region. There is a small forest bungalow at Triund
located on a big and green subsidiary ridge of the Dhauladhar range. The
forest bungalow was built some years ago |


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