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Field guide · Nature
Diamer Division
Astore District · Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Rama Lake
A lake above Astore in a valley of pine, cedar and fir, on the route to Nanga Parbat's east side.
Rama Lake lies above Astore in the Rama valley, at about 3,300 m, in forest of pine, cedar, fir and juniper. The valley is the trekking route to the eastern side of Nanga Parbat.
Why go
- ✦Forest of pine, cedar, fir and juniper
- ✦The route towards Nanga Parbat's eastern side
- ✦Three small lakes on the way up
- ✦Summer pastures above Astore
About
Snow covers the valley for seven to eight months of the year; in summer it turns green and shepherds bring their flocks up. On the way from Astore you pass three small lakes, known in Shina as sarot. The lake is in the area of Choungrah village. The forests around Astore have been heavily logged, so stay on paths and don't cut wood for fires.
How to Reach
Leave the Karakoram Highway for Astore, then take the road up into the Rama valley.
Responsible Travel
Use Leave No Trace principles, carry out all rubbish, avoid disturbing wildlife and livestock, and respect private/community land.
Planning tip
Best Time to Visit, June to September; the valley is under snow for seven to eight months a year.
Getting there, Leave the Karakoram Highway for Astore, then take the road up into the Rama valley.
Allow, A day trip from Astore, or a night.
What to Do
Nearby
Straight-line distance from Rama Lake, within 5 km.
Nothing else genuinely close by (within 5 km of Rama Lake) is published yet.
