At a Glance
| Distance | ~140 km from Rishikesh |
|---|---|
| Best Season | Year-round |
| Time Needed | Transit halt |
Rudraprayag, the district headquarters, sits at the sangam of the Alaknanda and Mandakini — the river that flows down from Kedarnath. It is a natural lunch or overnight halt on the drive in, with hotels, fuel, ATMs and the last reliable services before the upper valley.