Pin Valley National Park – Wildlife & Wilderness | Travel Guide 2025

Pin Valley National Park – Wildlife & Wilderness

A cold desert sanctuary known for rare Himalayan wildlife and raw landscapes.

🐆 Snow Leopard Habitat
🏞️ Cold Desert Park
🥾 Trekking Routes
🌿 Alpine Flora
📸 Offbeat Spiti

Pin Valley National Park is a high-altitude wildlife reserve located in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh. Known for its stark beauty, it protects rare Himalayan species and untouched cold-desert ecosystems.

The park forms part of the larger Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve and is a paradise for nature lovers, trekkers, and wildlife photographers.

Its isolation and rugged terrain make Pin Valley one of the most pristine wilderness areas in North India.

Wildlife & Biodiversity

  • Snow Leopard: Apex predator of the region.
  • Himalayan Ibex: Commonly spotted on rocky slopes.
  • Tibetan Gazelle: Rare and protected species.
  • Red Fox & Wolves: Found across the valley.

Things to Do in Pin Valley

  • Wildlife Spotting: Best during early mornings.
  • Trekking: Trails towards Bhaba Pass and Mudh village.
  • Photography: Dramatic landscapes and night skies.
  • Village Visits: Experience remote Himalayan life.

Distance & Travel Time

  • Kaza to Pin Valley: ~20 km | 1 hr
  • Manali to Pin Valley: ~230 km | 8–9 hrs
  • Shimla to Pin Valley: ~375 km | 11–12 hrs

Best Time to Visit

June–September: Ideal for wildlife viewing and trekking.

Winter: Extremely cold and mostly inaccessible.

  • 🕔 Recommended Duration: 1–2 days
  • 🌡️ Altitude: ~3,900 meters

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