Sheshnag Lake

About Sheshnag Lake in Pahalgam, Kashmir

Sheshnag Lake is located almost 17 kilometers from Pahalgam at an altitude of 3,590 meters approx. Its greenish waters are home to a variety of fish including the brown trout, while mountains and snowcapped mountains encircle it from all sides.

The lake’s water is also considered to be of high quality, since it’s low in algal production. The trekking route towards it is extremely scenic and offers you breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain terrain & huge grassland terrain. The lake is associated with many mythological legends, one of which states that it belongs to Sheshnag, Lord of the Snakes himself.

Top Things to Do at Sheshnag Lake

• Enjoy the captivating views
• Photography

How to Reach Sheshnag Lake?

Sheshnag Lake is located almost 17 kilometers from Pahalgam and 11 kilometers from Chandanwari Base Camp, from where the Amarnath Yatra starts. It can be reached by taking an enjoyable trek.

Best Time to visit Sheshnag Lake

The best time to visit the Sheshnag Lake is from April to September.