About Karnaprayag

Uttarakhand

Overview

Karnaprayag is a town in Chamoli district at the confluence of the Alaknanda and the Pindar, one of the Panch Prayag. It sits on the Badrinath highway between Rudraprayag and Nandprayag, and the road to Adi Badri and Kumaon branches off here.

Best Time to Visit Karnaprayag

Plan your trip around the right season

SeasonBest Window

Why visit

Open all year; May to June and September to October suit the Badrinath season.

Keep in mind

Monsoon landslides often close hill roads; keep spare days.

How to Reach Karnaprayag

Intercity connectivity and travel options

Road from Rudraprayag on the Badrinath highway (NH 7).

Getting Around Karnaprayag

Local transport and practical tips

Local transport

Shared jeeps, UTC buses and taxis along the highway.