Kichen La

01 · Character of the route

Is this one for you?

Remote Uncrowded

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· Elevation profile

How tough is this route?

elevation range –

0 km 6,9 km 13,8 km

02 · Landmarks

Steady waypoints

Start

Quarter of the way

Halfway

Three quarters

Finish

03 · Intersecting routes

Where you meet other trails

Miru to Jingring

Stok to Tsomoriri

Kichen La

04 · From the trail

Through the eyes of hikers

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What hikers experienced

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06 · Before you go

Answers to common questions

How long is the Kichen La hiking route?

Kichen La is 13.8 km long.

How long does it take to walk Kichen La?

At an average walking pace, Kichen La takes approximately 3h 26min to complete.

Is Kichen La a loop trail?

No, Kichen La is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.

What are the start coordinates of Kichen La?

Kichen La starts near coordinates 33.7418, 77.7513.

What fitness level is needed for Kichen La?

Kichen La is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.

Is Kichen La part of a larger trail network?

Yes, Kichen La is part of the National Walking Network (NWN), a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.