About Gopeshwar
Overview
Gopeshwar, part of the Chamoli Gopeshwar township, is the headquarters of Chamoli district at about 1,450 m. The ancient Gopinath Temple of Shiva stands in the old village, and the doli of Rudranath, one of the Panch Kedar, is worshipped there in winter. Chamoli on the Badrinath highway lies just below, and Nandprayag is a short drive downstream.
Best Time to Visit Gopeshwar
Plan your trip around the right season
SeasonBest Window
Why visit
Open all year; May to June and September to November are clearest.
Keep in mind
Monsoon landslides often close hill roads; keep spare days.
SeasonBest Window
Why visit
Open all year; May to June and September to November are clearest.
Keep in mind
Monsoon landslides often close hill roads; keep spare days.
How to Reach Gopeshwar
Intercity connectivity and travel options
Road from Chamoli on the Badrinath highway; the Chopta road to Tungnath also starts from Gopeshwar.
Getting Around Gopeshwar
Local transport and practical tips
Local transport
Shared jeeps, UTC buses and taxis along the highway.