Key Details about Cloud’s end to Jwala Devi hike / Benog hike
Distance – 9.5 km | Difficulty – Easy to Moderate | Duration – 3-4 hours | Drive – 7-8 km from Mall road Mussoorie | Best Months – Oct to May
Attractions of Cloud’s end to Jwala Devi hike– Beautiful trek surrounded by primary oak forest and meadows covered with flowers and lush green grasses between April to July, outstanding 360 view of Mountains including Garhwal Himalayas (subject to the weather conditions of the day best time Oct. to Feb)
About the Hike – Here is another great experience by from Himalay, this is one of the must do to things in mussoorie Cloud’s end to Jwala Devi hike is located in Western part of Mussoorie, the hike begins from Cloud’s end nestled at an elevation of 6955 ft (2120 meter) descending 427 ft (130 meters) measuring 1.20 km through Clouds end’s private forest will take approximately 20 min to reach the Andheri Entry Gate of “Mussoorie Wildlife Sanctuary” from the Entry gate you can buy the ticket to proceeds the hike, it is best to have a guide to explore the area as can give you information about local flora and fauna and make sure you have a safe and comfortable trip, after getting permits hike proceeds towards top another 1.5 to 2 hours venture through a gradual climb of 3 km surrounded by beautiful Himalayan Oak Forest, amazing meadows covered with flowers and grasses depending on time of the year you are doing this hike, if you want see this forest Lush green with clouds view, July-Aug will be a great time (please note this area will be full of leeches it’s advisable to wear proper shoes with Leech Socks)
If you wants to see and listen melodies of Himalayan Birds with Rhododendron flowering March-April would be the best time, while it’s great weather in Oct-Feb for Hiking with Outstanding 360 view of Mountains including the Great Himalayas, after Reaching the top Nestled at the Elevation of 7414 feet (2260 meters) you can Enjoy the surrounding while having pack food (please make sure you don’t leave anything behind even biodegradable things) It’s a great place for Meditations, Yoga and Photos if you wish to. Following the same way back to cloud’s end will be another 1-1.5 hour hike, this hike can be done by making a circle from Entry Gate. If you are going with a Local Guide. it’s not advisable to go on other trails without a guide as there are chances to get lost and some other risk. HAPPY & SAFE HIKE 😀
Things to Carry for Cloud’s end to Jwala Devi hike, please Prepare for the safari by ensuring you have the essentials for a comfortable and safe journey:
- Hiking Boots (or Trail Running Shoes)
- Full Sleeves Clothing & Warm Jacket
- Sunglasses & Sun-cap
- Personal Medication (if prescribed by doctors)
- Optional Items: Hiking Poles | Binoculars | Camera
Guidelines:-
- Alcohol consumption not allowed during the hike
- Smoking is strictly prohibited during the hikes (please note if you or any member found smoking anywhere in the forest you’ll be charged under wildlife protection act by forest department)
- No loud music or shouting, please Maintain the serenity of the surroundings, It’s better to hear nature.
- Don’t Pick/Pluck anything.
- Kindly show respect for local culture and rituals observed along the road.
- Let’s ensure a harmonious and respectful experience for everyone involved in the journey
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