Kedarnath wildlife sanctuary

Kedarnath wildlife sanctuary Timings, Entry fees, Booking, Route info

In the year 1972, this area was declares at the Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary. This sanctuary stretches over an area of 975 Sq.Km.

This Sanctuary inhabited by Himalayan musk deer, Himalayan Tahr, Himalayan Goral, Sambar, Barking Deer, Wild pig etc. It is estimated that 32 mammal species are located in this Sanctuary.

Commonly seen birds Green tail sunbird, black faced warbler, Chestnut bellied woodpecker, Snow partridge, Bar tailed treecreeper etc

Jan is the coldest and Jun the warmest month of the year.

Best Time to Visit: Mar- Jun.

How to reach Kedarnath wildlife sanctuary?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Dehradun which is 236 Km away.

By Train

1. The nearest Railway station is at Rishikesh which is 227 Km away.

By Road

1. The direct bus is not available from Dehradun or Rishikesh. Private Taxi to be hired to reach this place.

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