Stop 16 of 19 · Trailhead
Besal
The start of the Dudipatsar trek, at Moon Restaurant.
- Height
- 3,105 m
- From Balakot on the N-15
- 118 km
Places to visit in Besal
Besal FordNEWA water crossing on the road.Take care in rain, especially on a motorbike.
Moon RestaurantThe Dudipatsar trek starts here.
Hidden meadow & streamNEW15-minute walk from Moon Restaurant, with green grass and a stream.
Mullah ki BastiFirst camp on the Dudipatsar trek, about 8 hours from Besal.
Dudipatsar LakeAbout 2 hours from Mullah ki Basti the next morning.
Jeep tracks & hikes from here
| ROUTE | MODE | STARTS FROM | STOP | TIME / NOTE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Besal → Dudipatsar Lake | Trek | Moon Restaurant, Besal | Besal | ≈ 8 hrs + 2 hrs |
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How high is Besal?
Besal is at about 3,105 m above sea level, measured on the N-15 from SRTM elevation data.
How far is Besal from Balakot?
Besal is about 118 km from Balakot along the N-15, and about 37 km beyond Naran.
What is there to see in Besal?
Places to visit in and around Besal: Besal Ford, Moon Restaurant, Hidden meadow & stream, Mullah ki Basti and Dudipatsar Lake.
What is the next stop after Besal?
Heading up the valley, the next stop on the N-15 is Lulusar. A long, quiet lake by the road, with treks to higher lakes.