Manali, Himachal Pradesh · Manali travel guide
Snow point

Scenic meadow area near Manali, often snow-covered and less crowded than Rohtang.
| Time to spend | About 1.5 h (45 min–2.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 8–11 AM — clear sky and firm snow before afternoon cloud |
| Avoid | 1–5 PM — afternoon cloud, snow turns slushy, weather changes |
| Best months | Mar–Jun |
| Months to avoid | Jul–Sep |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Easy — ~2,800 m altitude; cold and thin air |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.5 / 5 on Google (3,475 reviews) |
Snow lingers Dec-Apr; beyond Gulaba the road is open mainly May-Nov, and monsoon brings landslides.



Most visitors spend about 1.5 h; 45 min–2.5 h depending on pace.
8–11 AM, for clear sky and firm snow before afternoon cloud. The best months are Mar–Jun.
Entry is free.