Kacheli Lake
Kacheli Lake is a 2.3 km trek in the Nagar region of northern Pakistan with around 380 m of elevation gain.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Distance
- 2.3km
- Elevation gain
- 380 m
- Duration
- 1h
- Best season
- Jun – Sep
The journey
Kacheli Lake is a 2.3km easy hike in Nagar. It climbs 380 m and takes about 1h.
Kacheli Lake is a 2.3 km trek in the Nagar region of northern Pakistan with around 380 m of elevation gain.
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Weather
Five-day forecast at the trailhead, 3,608 m.
Today
-1°-9°
Precipitation 8.4
Tomorrow
0°-14°
Precipitation 4.9
Thu
1°-13°
Precipitation 10.9
Fri
-2°-13°
Precipitation 2.2
Sat
-2°-12°
Forecast from MET Norway, updated hourly.
Frequently asked questions
What altitude is Kacheli Lake?
Kacheli Lake is approximately 3,970 metres above sea level.
When is the best season for Kacheli Lake?
May to October is generally listed as the trekking season, although conditions can vary significantly at this altitude.
What is the terrain like near Kacheli Lake?
The approach includes steep mountain terrain, open pasture and moraine around the Rakaposhi/Minapin area.
Is Kacheli Lake above Rakaposhi Base Camp?
Yes, the lake sits above the Tagaphari/Rakaposhi Base Camp area on the Diran side.
Can snow affect the route to Kacheli Lake?
Yes, snow and glacier/moraine conditions can affect the upper route, particularly outside the main trekking season.
What can I expect at Kacheli Lake?
The lake sits in a high alpine setting with views toward the surrounding Rakaposhi and Diran mountain landscape.
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