Rakchham
रकछम
A riverside village in the valley between Sangla and Chitkul, where a riverbed, pine forests and huge glacial boulders make an open camping landscape.
Rakchham sits at about 3,100 metres above sea level, and its name is said to come from the huge boulders scattered across the valley. Here the Baspa River spreads into a wide riverbed, with cedar forests and snowy peaks on both banks. Campsites and guesthouses line the river, making it a good place to spend a night under the stars. It is about 30 minutes' drive from Sangla and lies on the way to Chitkul, so you can picnic in the riverside meadows or go on a short hike.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Batseri
- Chitkul
- Sangla Valley
- Kamru Fort
- Kinnaur Kailash
- Reckong Peo
- Kalpa Village & Narayan-Nagini Temple
- Roghi Village & Cliff Road