Tucked away in the Anantnag district of Kashmir, Chatpal Village is a serene and picturesque destination that remains largely untouched by mainstream tourism. Surrounded by lush forests, this charming village offers a perfect retreat for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility.

If you’re looking for an offbeat destination that offers peace, natural beauty, and an authentic Kashmiri experience, Chatpal Village is the perfect choice.

Camping at :

Chatpal village offers beautiful locations for camping. You can choose to go car camping, overlanding or boondocking (free camping independetly) here.

The best time to camp here is April to June. You can just drive through the forest without having to pay any money anywhere and find an appropriate camp ground.

How to Reach:

From Srinagar, you can hire a private taxi, take a shared taxi, or use your own vehicle (preferrably 4×4)

Roads & Connecitivitiy: 

The road towards Anantnag has saffron farms on both the sides. Army jawans keep a tight vigil on this road.
The road from Mattan to Chatpal is beautiful. Farms, orchards, typical Kashmiri bungalows and horses grazing on open grounds make a perfect picture. Weather in Kashmir is perennially romantic.

Shops, Hotels and Restaurants:
There is no Hotels or resorts in Chatpal village. But there is a JKTDC rest house

Activities to do here:
Camping
Hiking
Trekking

Entry Fee: No Entry Fee
Timing: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Camping options: 1) Free Car camping
2)Free Ground Camping
Parking: No parking restrictions. Vehicles can park overnight. There are no designated parking spots; park anywhere within the parking area.
Vehicle Access: Only 4X4 can access this place
Distance From:
Srinagar: 84.8 km (via NH 44)
Pahalgam: 57.5 km (via NH501)
Jammu: 211.5 km (via NH 44 and NH 244A)
Delhi: 769.3 km (via NH 44)