Kailash Kund (16000 Feets) is crater lake believed to hide the revered deity of Bhaderwah the 'Vaski Nag'. The trek from Seoj passes through the spot called as 'Shank-Pader' and 'Ramatund' which is known for its religious legends called "Shagaran" (Two stones which exactly resemble the face of Hanuman). Huge stone contains etch marks and an etched line which are believed to be the spot where the feeling Vaski Nag wept while taking rest on the said stone.

Sartingal

Is another unexplored area situated on the southern extreme of Bhaderwah Valley. Sunshine on the one hand and the fragrant breeze from Kailash, Ashapati hills and neighbouring forests on the other, make the place different from other spots. It is a place of undulating plains and streams. The valley is watered by crystalling streams in the backdrop of forests covered mountains. One feels close to nature which blissfully unfolds to the visitors virgin beauty in plenty

Machail Yatra (Paddar)

The holy shrine splendid temple of the Goddess Chandi is situated at the height of over 10,000 feet above the sea level in Machail village surrounded by high mountains, thick devdar forests and attractive meadows adjacent world famous sapphire mines area. The most attractive and historical lion ridden idols of the Goddess Chandi and Lakshimi Ji made of pure silver and white marble inside the temple are the rare sight and source of inspiration for the pilgrims.

Nalthi Basti

Is 10 kms. from Bhaderwah which serves as a base camp for trekkers. It has come a junction point with the completion of Bhadarwah-Bani-Basholi road.

Trekkers from Sarthal (Bani) and Bhaderwah take rest at this beautiful place after descending from or ascending to 10,500 feet height. Apart from dense deodar forests, it has been gifted with lush green patches of grasslands studded with blooming flowering plants of different colours. The cool breeze flowing across snow-clad mountains makes the place all the more fascinating in summer months.  

Chinta Valley

It is a picturesque valley located at a height of 6,500 feet, has thick coniferous forests on all sides and Chinta nallah flowing through it. Many scenic spots are situated around this place. Thuba is the highest point which separates the Chinta valley from Bhadarwah. This place also has ancient temple of Lord Shiva. On Bhadarwah-Chinta road, 6 kilometers short of Chinta Valley, a bridle path takes off for famous Subarnag peak, which is crowned by Subarnag tempe (10,200 feet) overlooking the whole Bhadarwah and Chinta Valley. Lush-green undulating vast grasslands make it a treasure of nature.

If Gulmarg and Pahalgam are jewels of "Paradise" on earth, Seoj Meadow is diamond in the crown of Bhadarwah, pride of Jammu region. The amazing beauty is found in plenty. On the south is the sacred Kailash Kund, surrounded by snow-capped mountains. On way to Kailash Kund, there is unique landscape at Shankh Paddar. The meadow of Seoj is flanked by a beautiful river on its west which emanates from hills surrounding Kailash Kund. The landscape across the river is replica of the beauty of Pahalgam whereas on the eastern side there are long stretches of grasslands. On the western side meadows take a descent along crystalline water of Seoj rivulet and run towards Ramnagar areas of Udhampur district. Seoj Dhar, as locally knwon, is the camping ground for thousands of yatris of famous Kailash Yatra who come from Bhadarwah.

Padri

Padri is a "Gali" of undulating landscape, located 40 kms. from Bhaderwah on Bhadarwah Chamba road, at a height of 10,500 feet. It is the highest point on Bhadarwah-Chamba road. It experiences heavy snow fall upto 5 metres and snow-melting continues right upto mid June. It is one of the most sought after picnic spot even now, and with the opening of interstate bus service between Bhaderwah and Chamba, its importance will increase. The gentle curves and slopes of hills beset with lush green carpet of grass comes as surprise. Calm of the meadow is broken when thousands of pilgrims of the famous Mani-Mahesh Yatra pass through Padri in July every year. In addition to the natural beauty, one can have thrilling horse ride on the meadown. The Central Govt. has approved the spot for development of facility for trekkers.

Jai Valley

Is picturesque valley, 35 kms. from Bhadarwah. It is an extremely beautiful valley spread over 6 kms. Another extremely beautiful valley spread over 6 kms. Another nearby attraction is a beautiful sprawling meadow.

Khani Top: Is situated 25 kms. from Bhadarwah. It too has potential of becoming a good picnic spot. Trekkers would also find it a convenient lasunching site for expedition to Ashapati peak on the border with Himachal Pradesh. Amidst greenery, it offers a treasure of scenic, splendour, especially during sun-set and sun-rise.

Bhal Padri: Is yet another picturesque valley which has an intersection of rivulets and streams. A dreamland, not known to many, is 4 kms. north-east of Padri, having unique landscape where many miniature valleys join hundreds of milky streams and rivulets traverse this composite valley down the length.

Sarol Bagh: Heritage Village being developed comprising of 20 houses having Ancient Architecture features. Wazir's Haveli being converted into Heritage Hotel.

Bhaderwah Fort:: 1730 A.D. Raja Nagpal & Mahain Pal constructed the fort which has remained as a seat of power for the entire Pir Panjal belt.

HANGA, NOORIE, DEVCHATER AND KELLAR: A place 10 Km. away from Bhaderwah town amidst the thick black forests of deodar, is a fine picturesque spot situated on the bank of Hanga Nallah characterize by crystal water flowing with murmuring rhythms that makes the ambience musical. The place came to lime light when in the 80's Hindi Film 'Noorie' was pasteurized at this place and first time the beauty and culture of Bhaderwah was depicted in its fine glory to world outside. This place is suitable for camping and attracting the adventure lovers who intend to spend 2/3 nights in wilderness enjoying an unexplored flora and fauna. The trekkers (hunters) use to take the trek from village Noorie to Devchater (high altitude meadow 15000 feets) and descend into the Kalar Valley via village called ‘Chilly’ which is famous for preserving the primitive culture, life style & economy of this mountainous valley. The Kalar belt is famous for agriculture (terraced rice fields) and Horticulture, apple and pear trees exit in abundance. Recently the Dugga area of the Kalar belt has been growing the cut flowers gladiolus and tulip. The area has many stone carved, idols and is culturally vibrant.

Adventure Destination: Bhaderwah being a mountainous valley posses tremendous potential for adventure seekers . The destination is identified as  ideal paragliding spots, snow skiing slopes, Mountaineering and trekking expeditions besides cross country car & motorbike rallies also opportunities for sports like mountain biking are ample on the high altitude meadows on the  periphery of Bhaderwah.    

River  & White Water Rafting: The snow clad mountains provide sufficient  water in the month of May to September  to carry out activity of kayoking & white water rafting in the ‘Neeru’ and ‘Dondi’ streams. In winter month  i.e Nov to Feb the water level in the mighty river Chenab squeeze  to its  minimum and in the selected  portion is Thatri to Puldoda (25Km­ ) and Chanderkot to Seri Ramban (8Km) are suitable for river rafting. Both these portion of ‘Chenab’ are along the National  high ways and  therefore to erect the logistics to carry out this thrilling & challenging Adventure sports activity is easy.

Paragliding: 1. Seoj meadow ( 11000 fts) for Basic and intermediate flyers.

2. Padri and Bal Padri ( 10000 fts).

3. Gurdanda , Sonbain (7000, 8000 fts ) Khanitop , Thuba,  for advance and cross country flyers.

4. Chinta and Jai valley (6000fts) for basic and training  all these spots have a favorable climate and ambience for paragliding and are easily accessible and convenient for making the logistic arrangement. Paragliding is the special attraction of the hilly tourist destination & feasible through out the year except wet season.

Snow Skiing: Bhaderwah is endowed with spots like Sonbain glacier on Ashapati mountain at an elevation of 7000-8000 fts where snow never melts and is adjoining the habitation of “Thanalla” village .The high altitude meadows of Padri & Padri Gali is connected by mortrable Bhaderwah Chamba road and is 30 km from the main town. The slopes of Padri remain covered with snow from Nov. to June and are most suitable  for snow skiing for beginners  a well as experts. These are equivalent to competition slopes of Gulmarg Kashmir and are easily accessible. Another tourism spot namely ‘Chinta’ is fit for conducting training courses in Snow Skiing and is connected  by a defense road and has adequate accommodation facilities and food.

Mountaineering, Trekking & Camping: The mountains surrounding Bhaderwah town have gentle slope and are covered  with Deodar tree, interspersed with large meadows. Bhaderwahi culture has essential gradient of performing Yatras by taking trek to these meadows and mountain lakes, e.g. Kailash Yatra from Bhaderwah to ‘Kailash Kund’ on ‘Kaplas’ mountain via meadow of Seoj.

            The treks are easy and do not requird any special health qualification for undertaking trekking activity. The climate is suitable as high altitude meadows which are grazing grounds of milch animals of ‘Gaujjars’ coming from plains. Some of the favourite and fascinating trekking routs are:-

(i) Bhaderwah to Seoj to Kailash Kund to Nalthi Village via Ramtund. The route is 30 Km to be completed in 3 days and 2 nights  requiring night halt at Seoj  and Ramtund. 

ii) Hanga or Manthala village to Dev- Chattar – Chilli ( Kelaar ) to Khillanni village (75 Km) to be completed in 4 Days & 3 Nights & Passes through thick forest unexplored  virgin flora of Pir panjal ranges Camping to be at Dev Chattar . meadow & Chilli Village .

iii) Jai – Bach Dhar to Padri to Thanalla  village (30 Km) 2 days and 2 nights with camping at Bach Dhar & Padri meadow . murmuring  streams draining thick black  forests routs in endemic flora and fauna. 

iv) Chinta- Roushera to Sbhardar to Ghati Moar (25-30 km) to be complete in 2 day s and one night with halt at Sbhardhar meadow .

v) Sarithal- ( on Bhaderwah – Basoli road) to Padri via Ashapati mountain two days and one night poses challenges to rock climbers and expert trekkers. Besides above world famous ‘sapphire trek’ taking off from Paddar to Zanskar in Ladakh in the historical route used by military General Zorawar Singh to invade Ladakh and Tibet.

Rock Craft: Being a mountains , region with texture of Pir Panjal’ range of Himalayas , Bhaderwah has many ideal sites for beginners  and expert rock climber. For learners , the steal bridges, small rocks are in abundance to practice and learn rock craft skills. However for exports big rock surfaces on the banks of ‘Kalgoni stream’ and in Paddar region  possess challenge and thrill yet to be experienced. Moreover, tourism authority is constructing an Artificial Rock wall for holding competition and training of adventure seekers. 

Mountain Biking: The easy mountainous treks hill roads and undulating meadow are quite suitable for performing the adventure sport of mountain biking. This is one of the new introduction to Bhaderwah destination and is poised to gain instant popularity in this new virgin hill tourist resort .

Angling: One of the favored activity of the visitor  from plains is ‘fishing’. The cold water streams on the gentle slopes of hills of Bhaderwah contains tasty ‘Trout’ fish and the activity can be supported at all the tourist spots of Bhaderwah. This is a common hobby of the hill people & is quite popular in Bhaderwah Department of fisheries has a full-fledged fish farm along with a hatchery at village Gatha Bhaderwah to support the angling activity at this tourist destination .

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