Camel's Back Road is a walking route in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, with views of the Himalayas at sunset and a rock formation said to look like a sitting camel. It’s a town outing for a long walk or horse riding, with the ridge landscape as its main draw.
- Location: Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
- Known for: Himalayan sunset views and a camel-shaped rock formation
- Activities: Walking and horse riding
What is Camel's Back Road like?
Camel's Back Road is a Mussoorie walking route with a distinctive rock formation and views across the Himalayan range.
Uttarakhand Tourism describes the rock formation visible from the road as resembling a sitting camel and notes its sunset views of the Himalayas. Camel's Back Road is also among Mussoorie’s visitor attractions.
A one-day Mussoorie itinerary from town to viewpoints can help you plan the wider outing.
What can you do along the route?
You can take a long walk or go horse riding on Camel's Back Road.
The route offers time on foot as well as the option of horse riding. Uttarakhand’s destination page also names Christ Church, Gun Hill, Lal Tibba and Mussoorie Lake among Mussoorie’s attractions. A Gun Hill ropeway visit can be part of a town itinerary.
When should you walk Camel's Back Road?
Sunset is a notable time to be on Camel's Back Road for Himalayan views.
Plan your walk around the sunset views, allowing time to enjoy the ridge rather than treating the road only as a way through town. No specific opening hours or seasonal schedule are stated for the route.
What should you know about access?
Check current access information before setting out, since road conditions and vehicle access can change.
Camel's Back Road is a Mussoorie visitor attraction, but that does not establish current access arrangements. For roads, walks and local transport around town, getting around Mussoorie is part of planning your route. Check the official site before you go, using the Dehradun district administration’s Mussoorie tourism page.
FAQs
Where is Camel's Back Road?
It is a walking route in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand.
Why is it called Camel's Back Road?
A rock formation visible from the road is described as resembling a sitting camel.
Can you go horse riding there?
Yes. You can go horse riding or take a long walk on the road.