Alpather Lake Travel Map

Alpather Lake, located beyond Khilanmarg, remains completely frozen until mid-June. Triangular in shape, the lake lies at the foot of the twin 4, 511 m Apharwat peaks. Located 13 km away from Gulmarg, the lake has a backdrop of scenic hilly snow-capped terrains.In summer season, the lake comprises streams of clear water along with floating ice pieces. Pony track over the 3,810 m Apharwat ridge and up the valley to the lake at 3,843 mcomprises the trekking path for reaching the site.