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Guro To Kutwal Lake (short)
BeginnerHaramosh Valley

Guro To Kutwal Lake (short)

Guro To Kutwal Lake (short) is a 9.2 km trek in the Haramosh Valley region of northern Pakistan with around 48 m of elevation gain.

Difficulty
Beginner
Distance
9.2km
Elevation gain
48 m
Duration
2h
Best season
Jun – Sep

The journey

Guro To Kutwal Lake (short) is a 9.2km beginner-friendly out-and-back hike in Haramosh Valley. It climbs 48 m and takes about 2h.

Guro To Kutwal Lake (short) is a 9.2 km trek in the Haramosh Valley region of northern Pakistan with around 48 m of elevation gain.

Trail Statistics

9.2km
Distance
Total trail length
2h
Duration
Estimated hiking time
+48m
Elevation Gain
Total ascent
Beginner
Difficulty
Trail difficulty level
Out & back
Route Type
Shape of the trail
3,495m
High Point
Highest elevation
-49m
Descent
Total descent

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Elevation profile

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Elevation3,2933,493 m · +48 m gain
0 km4.6 km9.2 km

Weather

Five-day forecast at the trailhead, 3,292 m.

  1. Today

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    Precipitation 3.9

  2. Tomorrow

    -4°

    Precipitation 7.2

  3. Sat

    -3°

    Precipitation 0.4

  4. Sun

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    Precipitation 0.3

  5. Mon

    -1°

    Precipitation 0.4

Forecast from MET Norway, updated hourly.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Jeep ride till Guro valley?

The ride takes around 2.5-3.5 hours from sassi village.

How does the Guro trail compare to the Iskere trail?

The Guro route is significantly steeper and faster, whereas Iskere provides a longer, more gradual gradient.

How long does it take to hike from Guro to the lake?

It typically takes 5 to 7 hours of only and only uphill trekking through boulder fields although the final stretch is through meadows before you reach bahisht village

Is clean drinking water accessible between Guro and Kutwal?

Spring runoffs are frequent along the forest patch, though glacial silt water must be avoided.

Can novice hikers handle the Guro ascent?

It demands solid cardiovascular stamina due to constant, unrelenting elevation gain.

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