How to reach Surkanda devi temple?
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The easiest way to reach Surkanda Devi Temple is to first travel by road to Kaddukhal and then hike or take a cable car to the temple.
Kaddukhal can be reached by bus or taxi from Dehradun, Mussoorie, or Dhanaulti. From there, it’s a 2.5-km walk or a cable car ride to the temple.
1. By Road
From Dehradun: Dehradun is the nearest major city and railway station. Buses and taxis run regularly from there to Dhanaulti and Kaddukhal.
From Mussoorie: Another popular nearby hill station, Mussoorie, offers bus and taxi services to Kaddukhal.
From Dhanaulti: This is the nearest city (22 km away), making it a very convenient starting point.
2. How to Reach Kaddukhal
Kaddukhal is the starting point for the trek to the temple. You can take a taxi or bus from Dehradun, Mussoorie, or Dhanaulti to get there.
3. Hiking or Cable Car
Hiking: The 2.5-km hike from Kaddukhal takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. It’s a moderate climb with concrete steps and beautiful views along the way.
Cable Car: If you don’t want to walk, you can take the cable car near the trekking starting point for a faster and more comfortable journey.
4. By Train
Dehradun Railway Station is the nearest station. From there, you can take a taxi or bus to Kaddukhal.
5. By Plane
The nearest airport is Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport. From there, taxis and buses are available to Kaddukhal.