Shimla is the best place for a one-day trek. Yes, you heard me right, one day trek is available all over Shimla along with the spectacular scenic views. So if you are an adventure junkie and want to trek hills then you can try this. Here are 10 one-day treks in Shimla. Just check it out.

Are you a photographer or a nature lover? If you are one of them then this place would be heaven for you. This trail is a leisurely 1 to 2 hours walk from Boileauganj. You can go to Potterhill via Summerhill chowk or can try Dharkuffar. Both roads are meeting at the same point.&nbsp;
 
Maximum Altitude: 1586 Km
Best Season: June to September
Trek Distance: 7 Km
Difficulty Level: Easy

Goddess Kali fulfills all desires of the devotees who climb this temple. Also, a spectacular view is an added gift for you. You would get to see an amazing view of Solan, Old Shimla, and other Hamlets of hills. One can reach this temple from Boileauganj via Shimla-Bilaspur road. The trail is picturesque with valleys and meadows all around.&nbsp;
 
Maximum Altitude: 2150 Km
Best Season: October onwards
Trek Distance: 10 Km
Difficulty Level: Easy to moderate&nbsp;

So, what are you waiting for? Go grab your backpack and head for any of these treks. If you are a beginner, start with easy ones. Enjoy the beauty of nature and enjoy your vacation with a quick trek.

Want to trek the highest peak of the salon? If yes then try Karol Tibba trek. Along with the trek experience, you can get an amazing panoramic view of the Salon. A temple is there at the peak dedicated to goddess Kali from where you can experience the scenic beauty of Churdhar peak and the city Shimla. The starting point of the trek is Chambaghat. It can be reached by road from Shimla. The trail leads to thousand of grassland forests and even Pandava Cave.&nbsp;
 
Best Season: March to September
Maximum Altitude: 2240 Km
Trek Distance: 6 Km
Difficulty Level: Easy

Want to experience the 360-degree view from the peak of Kufri peak? If yes then you will definitely enjoy this amazing view. Not only Kufri you can enjoy the view of Fagu, and Narkanda Hills. The trek trail includes cedar and pine forests along with small villages. The mountain peak has a temple dedicated to Bhimakali revered by locals. Camping at Khatnol Village through this trek is also a recommended option for you.
 
Best Season: March to December
Maximum Altitude: 2873 Km
Trek Distance: 12Km
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate

This trekking trail includes breathtaking views of Shimla, Chail, and Kasauli. This is one of the steepest and narrow trails in Shimla. Deodar and Pine forests have guided the trek trail along with witty monkeys. The starting point of the trek can be reached by a toy train from Shimla to have a fun experience. &nbsp;
 
Best Season: May to October
Maximum Altitude: 7200 Km
Trek Distance: 18 Km
Difficulty Level: Easy

Jakhoo Hill, is the biggest hill in Shimla with a height of &nbsp;2500 m. So if you trek this then this will be your achievement. There is a temple at the top dedicated to Lord Hanuman. But be careful of the monkeys here; they can scratch your goggles, camera, food, etc. The trek is quite steep and tiring and I need to walk through the dense pine forests. It would take about an hour to reach the peak. But it depends upon your pace and prior experiences. You can buy walking sticks at the base of the hill.
 
Best Season: November to March
Maximum Altitude: 2500 m
Trek Distance: 2 Km
Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult

Want to enjoy the scenic beauty of Himalayan nature? Then try this trek. The scenic view is almost similar to the Himalayan beauty of hills. The trek Trek Distance is shorthand quite easy. This track trail starts from Narkanda which is 63 km away from Shimla and ends at Hatu Mala Temple at the top of the hill. For a more exotic experience, you can camp for a night near the peak.
 
Best Season: February to March
Maximum Altitude: 3400 m
Trek Distance: 7 Km
Difficulty Level: Easy to moderate

Naldehra is a small hit station that is 24 km from Shimla. Lord Curzon, The British Viceroy was highly impressed by the natural beauty of this place and so he made a golf course here. This trail includes pine and Deodar trees and is like a long leisurely walk for three hours or a horse ride. Younger kids and some older people can easily enjoy this trek. &nbsp;
 
Maximum Altitude: 2240 Km
Trek Distance: 24 Km
Difficulty Level: Easy

This place is a small village surrounded by pine trees. This trek consists of three treks from Chhabra. One from Chhabra to Kufri, another from Chabbra to Mashobra, and the last one is from Chhabra to Dhali. All three routes offer scenic beauty of thick forest and fruit orchards.&nbsp;
 
Best Season: March to June
Maximum Altitude: 2514 Km
Trek Distance:13 Km
Difficulty Level: Easy

Want to experience the ancient wooden temple? Then try this trekking trail. This trekking trail is quite short. This trail starts from Mall Road and goes through the scenic location of temples towards the village of Kalyan. You will find this temple while going downhill.&nbsp;
 
Best Season: March to June
Difficulty Level: Easy

One Day Trek in Shimla

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8 May 2026

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