04/09/2025
🏔️ Introducing Chhayanath National Park 🏔️
Nepal's Newest Jewel in the Crown of the Himalayas
🗓️ A Landmark Decision for Conservation
On August 25, 2023, the Government of Nepal officially declared the establishment of Chhayanath National Park in the remote and stunningly beautiful Mugu district. This historic decision marks the birth of Nepal's 13th national park, the first to be established in nearly half a century.
✧ AT A GLANCE ✧
✦ Location: Mugum Karmarong, Mugu District, Karnali Province
✦ Area: Approximately 906 square kilometers
✦ Status: The youngest National Park in Nepal
✦ Connection: A vital ecological corridor adjoining the renowned Shey-Phoksundo National Park
The Heart of Chhayanath: What Awaits
Discover a world where nature and culture exist in perfect, untouched harmony.
1. Majestic, Untamed Landscapes 🏔️
Venture into a breathtaking panorama of high-altitude deserts, glacier-carved valleys, and snow-dusted peaks that pierce the sky. Chhayanath is a raw, dramatic, and profoundly wild landscape that promises true adventure for the intrepid soul.
2. A Sanctuary for Rare Wildlife 🐾
This pristine habitat is the realm of the Himalayas' most iconic and elusive creatures. It is a critical refuge for the majestic Snow Leopard, the agile Himalayan Blue Sheep (Bharal), the secretive Musk Deer, and a host of high-altitude birds like the Himalayan Monal and Golden Eagle.
3. A Tapestry of Living Culture 🙏
Chhayanath is home to communities who are custodians of an ancient culture deeply rooted in Tibetan Buddhism. Explore stone-walled villages that seem frozen in time, visit serene monasteries adorned with vibrant prayer flags, and witness a way of life that has thrived in harmony with these mountains for centuries.
💚 A Park with a Purpose 🤝
The creation of Chhayanath National Park is a visionary step for both people and the planet.
Empowering Communities: It brings park management closer to home for the people of Mugu, creating sustainable livelihoods through responsible tourism and conservation efforts.
Protecting a Vital Corridor: It secures a crucial link for trans-Himalayan wildlife, ensuring a connected and resilient ecosystem for generations to come.
Your Call to Adventure: Plan Your Expedition
Be among the first to explore Nepal's newest frontier.
✈️ How to Reach:
The journey begins with a flight to Talcha Airport (Rara), the gateway to the region, followed by a multi-day trek into the heart of the park's pristine wilderness.
☀️ Best Time to Visit:
Spring (March - May): Witness valleys bursting with wildflowers under clear, blue skies.
Autumn (September - November): Enjoy stable weather and crystal-clear, panoramic views of the Himalayan giants.
♻️ Travel with Respect:
As a pioneer visitor, you are also a guardian.
✓ Respect local culture and sacred sites.
✓ Leave no trace and pack out all waste.
✓ Support the local economy by hiring local guides.
✓ Observe wildlife from a safe and respectful distance.
Be Among the First. Be a Guardian. Discover Chhayanath.
For the latest official information, please visit:
🌐 Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation (DNPWC)
