Shilsar Lake Trek

Shilsar Lakes is a spectacular offbeat trekking destination near Margan Top, featuring a chain of three high-altitude alpine lakes set against the rugged landscapes of Kashmir’s mountains. The trek takes you through expansive green meadows, rocky trails and dramatic mountain terrain, with each lake offering its own distinct landscape and views. As you progress through the trail, the scenery shifts between lush alpine grasslands, barren rocky slopes and towering mountain ridges, creating a constantly changing Himalayan landscape. The three Shilsar lakes sit amidst this untouched wilderness, with their pristine waters providing striking contrasts against the surrounding mountains. Far from the usual tourist circuits, Shilsar offers a genuine offbeat Kashmir experience—a combination of adventure, solitude and raw natural beauty. Whether you're trekking across the open meadows, reaching the next lake or simply taking in the surrounding peaks and vast skies, the destination offers something for travellers looking to explore Kashmir beyond the familiar. Three lakes. One incredible mountain journey. An unexplored side of Kashmir