Kamrunag Lake is situated amid green pastures at an altitude of around 3300 meters in District Mandi of Himachal Pradesh. If you are enthusiastic about visiting virgin peaks with little or no pollution at all, Kamarunag is one of the best destinations in Himachal Pradesh. Relatively less known Himalayan trek, Kamrunag is not even listed well in the official tourism websites of Himachal Pradesh. Like all other lakes in Himachal Pradesh, Kamarunag or Kumarwah Lake has its own legend.
The lake is completely frozen in winters and only experienced trekkers should go there during this time of year. Reach at the top and see Mother Nature at its best! Walking on the frozen lake and a slide along the slanting snowy surfaces can be a pleasant experience to anyone. For new trekkers, it is advisable to visit Kamarunag during summers.
All the way to Kamarunag you will be enjoying the breathtaking views of snow clad Dhauladhar ranges and Balh Valley. Do not expect the modern amenities to be present anywhere close to the Kamarunag Lake. It is one of the lakes in Himachal Pradesh where you can actually find yourself in the wild.
Below you will find the breathtaking view of balh valley from Mandi-Chail Chowk-Kamrunag Trek
Cultural and Religious Significance: Kamarunag Lake has enormous religious significance in the region. Temple of one of most revered deities in Mandi, known as Kamrunag Dev is situated on the banks of lake. Known as ‘Raining God’ in the region, people often approach the temple priest in large numbers to for favorable weather conditions. A fair is held at this place on 14th of June every year. People make various offerings including ornaments, coins etc.
Below you can see people throwing notes, coins and ornaments into water.. this picture was taken during a fair, held on 14th June every year.
Nearby Places: If you are an experienced trekker and willing to have some additional excitement, you can reach Kamarunag Lake via Shikari Devi Peak. Highest peak in Mandi (altitude – 3300 meters), Shikari Devi can be reached via Janjehali village in District Mandi. If you are planning to visit Karsog Valley and Mahunag Temple in Karsog, you can spend one day trekking all the way to Kamrunag from Rohanda as well. It will take about 3-5 hours to climb up the steep mountain to reach Kamarunag.
How to reach: Kamarunag Lake is located at a distance of around 60km from Mandi Town in Himachal Pradesh. One can hire a cab from Mandi or Sunder Nagar town to reach places close to Kamarunag Peak. You can also get an HRTC bus from Sunder Nagar or Mandi to reach Chail Chowk. Nearest airport is at Bhuntar (Kullu – Manali Airport) and nearest railway station is at Joginder Nagar. It is advisable to learn about the weather conditions before you plan to visit Kamarunag Lake.
Kamarunag via Rohanda:
(Mandi – Chail Chowk – Rohanda – Kamarunag OR Karsog Valley – Rohanda – Kamarunag)
You will need to climb up a steep mountain to reach the top. Carry enough eatables with yourself. Climbing up the mountain on this trek can be a little difficult for old folks. This 8km long Himalayan trek will take around 4-6 hours in total.
Kamarunag via Chail Chowk:
(Mandi – Chail Chowk – Saroa Temple – Kamarunag)
This trek is relatively more beautiful as compared to the one via Rohanda. You will have to walk all the way from Saroa Peak (Located at 15 km from Chail Chowk) to Kamarunag. On the way, you will spot a few small villages, apple orchids and naked lands with vast Balh Valley on the front. The trek will take around 5-6 hours in total.
You will be trekking for about 6 hours from highest point you see in the picture below 
Check out the Chail Chowk-Gohar Valley below..
Kamarunag via Shikari Devi:
(Mandi – Janjehli Village – Shikari Devi – Kamarunag)
Only people in good health should try this trek. You will need at least one day to stop by and have some rest at Shikari Devi. On the following day, you may begin your journey to Kamarunag which will take around 5 hours. You can return via Rohanda on your way back home.
View of Kamarunag Valley from Shikari Devi.
Best time to visit: Kamarunag peak is covered in snow for few months in a year. Best time to visit Kamarunag is May – July.
Enjoying the prevailing calmness
coooooooooooooooooooool
Among the few places that let to put proud in people of Mandi………….thanks for the info…………..
we are very fortunate that we stay in himachal pradesh ” Land of God”
You will find many majestic sites on the way to kamrunag. The area is really beautiful & must brought under international tourist map. Govt. must take intiatives.
–Vikas
this is also know as bdaa dev i.e., the head. this god is the chief guest (bdaa dev) every year in international Shivratri fair at mandi.
realy its heaven on earth pleasure to have home here
Its a nice place to see
it beautiful
Hw can I reach jalpa mata temple from chail chowk??
Very nice spot
Jalpa Mata Temple is about 15km from chail chowk. The road from Chail Chowk to Jalpa Mata Temple is in good condition (except the last 1-2km stretch). You can hire a taxi (should cost around 300-500 rupees for a two way trip) or board a bus to reach Kukkadigalu (from this point, you will have to trek straight uphill for about 30-60 min (depends upon your stamina). Carry your own eatables. There are no shops on the route. There is just one shop near the temple but there is no guarantee it will be open.