Dainkund Peak
डैनकुंड
The highest point around Dalhousie, at about 2,755 metres. The summit has a Pholani Devi temple and 360-degree views of the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar snow ranges.
Dainkund Peak lies about 10 km east of Dalhousie, at roughly 2,755 metres. Locals call it the “singing mountain” because the wind whistles through the trees. Vehicles can reach the area near the air force station on the mountainside. From there, a forest trail takes about 30 to 45 minutes on foot to the summit. The Pholani Devi Temple at the top is the local spiritual centre. On clear days you can see the Pir Panjal range to the north, the Dhauladhar peaks to the east, and the Chenab and Ravi valleys below. You can also hike along the ridge to Khajjiar Meadow in about 4 hours. The summit is windy, so bring a jacket even in summer. In the rainy season, fog is heavy and the views are limited.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Panchpula
- Upper Bakrota Walk
- Satdhara Springs
- Kalatop-Khajjiar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Subhash Baoli
- St. John's Church, Dalhousie
- Gandhi Chowk & Mall Road
- Khajjiar