About
The Dhauladhar Range is a mountain range in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, stretching from the River Ravi to the River Sutlej. Its peaks rise above 6,000 metres, and the range is also known as the White Range, a name that suits its snow-capped crests when seen from below.
What the range offers a visitor
The Dhauladhar is best known as a place to walk. The range is well suited to trekking, and its high ridges and valleys give walkers a wide choice of routes, from shorter day outings to longer treks into the mountains. Anyone planning to go higher should check conditions and arrange suitable preparation before setting out.
Even without leaving the road, the range is a constant presence. It offers views from Dharamshala, where the mountains form a striking backdrop to the town, and many travellers come to the area for the scenery alone.
Planning a visit
- Setting: the range lies in Kangra, the district that surrounds Dharamshala.
- Kind of visit: outdoor and scenic, suited to trekkers and to those who enjoy mountain views.
- Nearby: Dharamshala is the most convenient base for seeing the range and arranging walks in the area.
Whether you come to hike or simply to look up at the white peaks, the Dhauladhar Range rewards time spent among its hills.