Khirsu Hill Station Hotels, Activities & Spots

Uttarakhand is known for its beautiful hill ranges and the best tourist spots to visit under the beauty of nature. One such hidden gem is the hills of Khirsu, Uttarakhand a small and attractive hill station in the Garhwal Himalayas. With picturesque scenes and serene beauty, this little hill station is becoming popular among peace seekers and nature lovers. Read the full article to learn about Khirsu Hill Station and the travel guide with the hotel’s information.

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Overview and Location of Khirsu hill station

It is a small hill station in DevBhoomi, Uttarakhand, is famous for its mesmerising panoramas in the beautiful district of Pauri Garhwal. Nature lovers can experience jaw-dropping horizons, vegetation, wildlife, and the spectacular sunrise and sunset. Located at an elevation of 1760 m above sea level, Khirsu Hill station lies 19 km north of Pauri, and from Dehradun, it is 160 km west. Offering placid treats to the hubbub of urban lifestyle, one can enjoy the stunning vistas of the Garhwal Himalayas and other peaks like Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba Kedarnath, Neelkanth, Gauri and Hathi Parvat, Kalanaag, and many more hills spread across 300 km. The Srinagar town of Uttarakhand, not Jammu and Kashmir capital, is 36 km away from Khirsu, Uttarakhand. 

Why we go to Khirsu Hill Station

• Khirsu, a natural paradise of Uttarakhand, is a small, beautiful hill station known for its natural charm, adorned with alluring flora and trees like oak, pine, and deodar.
• The place is perfect for nature explorers and photographers. 
• One can be astonished with snow-peaked mountains and a serene environment. 
• The place is ideal for recreational activities such as trekking, nature walks, site-viewing, etc things to do.
• Tourists can take divine blessings by visiting temples around Khirsu.
• There are Parks and Gardens which are the recreation spots for visitors.

Exploring Khirsu in Pauri Garhwal

• It is a splendid location ideal for travellers, nature lovers, solo trip makers, and devotees seeking all qualities in one place. Well-known for its crisp apple orchards, people looking for peace away from crowd dwellers can explore the serenity and many more recreational activities here.
• One can enjoy the elegance of floras, sturdy trees of pine, oak, and deodar, wildlife, and the chirping of morning birds creating a musical scenic effect in Khirsu.
• It’s a perfect location for adventure sportspeople where you can enjoy sports in nature, hill climbing, trekking, and camping.
• The visitors can enjoy the local culture and markets where they can purchase handmade handicrafts.
• The place gives a perfect canvas to the photographer and artists where they can quench their thirst for capturing the iconic nature scene in the lenses and frame.
• For religious people, it has many temples around the hills like Ghandiyal Devi Temple, Kandolya Temple, Jwalpa Devi, etc.

most Popular places to view in Khirsu

Key attraction points in Khirsu

The serene hill station, of Khirsu is a beautiful tourist destination where people can explore many places. Below are some locations that visitors can visit to make their trip exciting and memorable:

Temple to visit in Khirsu:

• Ghandiyal Devi Temple:

An Ancient temple by the Jagarlamudi family for Lord Ghandiyal incarnation of Abhimanyu and a devotee of Shiva in Tehri.

• Kandoliya Temple:

Kandolia temple dedicated to Lord Shiva lies in the forest of Oak, Pine and Deodar at a distance of 2km from the Pauri district.

• Kyunkaleshwar Temple:

Lord Mahadev Temple in Pauri Garhwal, nested in the valley of Alaknanada.

• Jwalpa Devi: 

The Temple of Goddess Jwalpa, situated in Pauri Garhwal is famous for the Siddhpeeth of the goddess.

• Ulka Garhi:

Located in Chaubattakhal, 3km from Khirsu also called Ulkhaleshwar temple that consists of some structures of Garh-Capital.

• Deval Garh: Known for Gauri Devi, Laxmi Narayan and Rajrajeshwari temple, the place is 19km from Khirsu and is rich in heritage and culture.

• Dhari Devi: A temple of Goddess Kali located on the banks of Alaknanada, 55 km away from Khirsu.

Tourist Recreation Spots in Khirsu

• Kandoliya Park: Adjoining Kandoliya temple the place provides scenic views of Himalayan ranges like Chaukhamba, Trishul and Nanda Devi, the place is for recreation purposes located in Pauri.
• Chowbatta Trek: The place is popular for adventure sports and trekking is 20 km from Khirsu where you can explore villages and markets.
• Tara Kund: Tara Kund, a popular lake and temple for trek adventures, is 25 around Khirsu village.
• Chaukhamba Viewpoint: A perfect location for photographers, one can be engrossed in the tranquil ranges with sunrise and sunset. This is 4 km from Pauri.
• Kalagarh Tiger Reserve: A constituent of Jim Corbett National Park, best for wildlife enthusiasts, is located 60 km from Khirsu Village.

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Things what to Do in and Around Khirsu

The small hill station of Uttarakhand, it offers a variety of options to do in the lap of mother Nature:

• Enjoy nature walks and explore the panoramic views of the mountains and natural vegetation with wildlife.
• Popular for adventure sports you can go for cycling, hill-climbing, camping, trekking, mountain biking, rock climbing, rappelling, village visits, etc.
• Explore the local markets, cuisine, culture and handicrafts of Khirsu.
• Visit the temples and have a spiritual experience.
• The apple orchard farms are alluring, which are crisp, and their aroma fills the air of Khirsu with delight.
• It provides a better picnic spot to enjoy with family or friends.
• Tourists might love to explore the ancient Garhwali architecture. 
• One can practice yoga and meditation in this peaceful environment.
• Artists like photographers and painters can capture the beautiful stills on canvas.

seasonal Weather and Best Time to Visit Khirsu uttrakhand

• Mild summers start from March to June, with temperatures ranging from 15 to 34 degrees Celsius, best for outdoor activities.
• Moderate monsoons make the environment fresh, green, and lush, starting from July to September. Some regions may experience heavy rainfall, which can make the land slippery, which is inconvenient to travel, and sometimes landslides.
• Chilling winters beginning from October to February in Khirsu, make the peaks covered with snowflakes increasing the beauty. The temperature ranges from 15 to 0 degrees Celsius.

Best Time to Visit : Tourists can visit Khirsu in summer (March to June) and Autumn season(October to November).

Snowfall and Winter Activities

The land of Khirsu experienced snowfall during December, from light to moderate turning into winter world. The forests and mountains covered in snow look like a dreamland.  The temperature of the region goes from 15 degrees Celsius and drops down to 0 degrees and minus. 

Winter Activities

• The magical landscape of Khirsu in winter covered with snow lets the visitors experience wonderful trekking.
• Tourists can light bonfires and can amuse themselves by being cosy in chill winters.
• Camping can give you memorable adventures in snowy landscapes.
• Nature walks in the snow-covered forests of Deodar, Fir, Oak and Pine which mesmerise the tranquil view.
• Bird watching and Photography are the activities the enthusiasts will love in these winters.
• Visiting villages and local places for tourism.

accomadations and homestays of khirsu hill station

Here is the list of top hotels and homestays in Khirsu Uttarakhand. We have chosen the best hotels which are according to your comfort. However, the prices may vary due to hotels and application details. The details for prices are for one person. You can click on contact here to know more about deals on a particular number of persons. Happy Vacations in Khirsu!

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Top Hotels and Resorts

Homestays

Khirsu GMVN Guest House

Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam in Khirsu is a famous budget-friendly accommodation with amenities such as in-house restaurants, room service, cleanliness, parking, free wifi, etc. Established in green lush mountains, there are various types of rooms available like deluxe, super deluxe and dormitory. 

The price varies on the type of package selected. There are accommodation packages, add-on packages and full tour packages.

Prices for dormitory is Rs.800-900 to the deluxe ranges of Rs.1500-3000

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different ways to Reach Khirsu?

Tourists can reach Khirsu village by train, air or roadways. Though you might not reach directly to the village by airways or train, people from far away can opt for this medium of travel but after that, they have to take the road route.

By train: The nearest railway station in Khirsu is Kotdwar railway station which is 132 km from the destination. One needs to hire a taxi or bus.

By airways: Dehradun’s Jolly Grant airport is the nearest, that is, 155 km from Khirsu.

By Roadways: The visitors can take taxis, or buses to travel roadways to Khirsu from Rishikesh, Delhi and Dehradun. For Delhi, the buses can be taken from IBST to Pauri, Uttarakhand and then local buses or taxis to Khirsu.

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