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Fairy Meadows
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Fairy Meadows

Fairy Meadows is a 5.2 km trek in the Fairy Meadows region of northern Pakistan with around 616 m of elevation gain.

Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
5.2km
Elevation gain
616 m
Duration
2h
Best season
Jun – Sep

The journey

Fairy Meadows is a 5.2km moderate hike in Fairy Meadows. It climbs 616 m and takes about 2h.

Fairy Meadows is a 5.2 km trek in the Fairy Meadows region of northern Pakistan with around 616 m of elevation gain.

Trail Statistics

5.2km
Distance
Total trail length
2h
Duration
Estimated hiking time
+616m
Elevation Gain
Total ascent
Moderate
Difficulty
Trail difficulty level
Point to point
Route Type
Shape of the trail
3,196m
High Point
Highest elevation
—
Descent
Total descent

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Elevation profile

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Elevation2,579 – 3,196 m · +616 m gain
0 km2.6 km5.2 km

Weather

Five-day forecast at the trailhead, 2,579 m.

  1. Today

    3°3°

  2. Tomorrow

    13°2°

  3. Thu

    13°4°

    Precipitation 0.3

  4. Fri

    10°3°

    Precipitation 0.1

  5. Sat

    11°4°

    Precipitation 0.1

Expect roughly 4°C colder at the high point (3,196 m), before wind chill. Mountain weather turns faster than any forecast.

Forecast from MET Norway, updated hourly.

Frequently asked questions

Tell me about jeep track for Fairy Meadows?

The journey starts at Raikot Bridge on the Karakoram Highway, from where you take a local 4x4 jeep to Tattu Village before starting the hike.

What altitude is Fairy Meadows at?

Fairy Meadows sits at approximately 3,300 metres (10,800 ft) above sea level.

How much does the Fairy Meadows jeep cost?

Current reported round-trip fares are roughly PKR 20,000 per jeep, with the cost usually shared among passengers and this is for round trip.

Can I camp at Fairy Meadows?

Yes, camping has been established at Fairy Meadows for decades, and there are also cottages and camp-style accommodation.

Are there shops and facilities at Fairy Meadows?

Yes, the meadow has basic accommodation, restaurants/food options and other tourist facilities, although services are much more limited than in towns.

Is the jeep track to Fairy Meadows dangerous?

It is a narrow, exposed mountain track, so visitors should use the local drivers who operate the route rather than attempting it with their own vehicle.

Where does fairy meadows hike start from?

At tattu village

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