Poon Hill

Poon Hill is a mountain viewpoint at 3210 meters elevation reached through forests and small villages in the Annapurna Conservation Area. The summit sits above the surrounding landscape and offers views across multiple mountain ranges.

The location sits on ancient trading routes that connected Tibet and India for the salt trade through the Himalayas for centuries. These old pathways still shape how settlements and movement work in the mountain region.

The paths pass through settlements where Magar and Gurung families live and maintain their daily traditions in these mountains. You see traditional houses, terraced fields, and the way locals have adapted their lives to the steep terrain.

Trekkers need both TIMS and ACAP permits to visit, with the clearest views happening during months of stable weather. Weather in the mountains can change quickly, so it pays to prepare for different conditions along the way.

From the summit, visitors can see eight peaks above 7000 meters at once, including Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, and Machapuchare. This rare view allows you to take in several of the highest mountain chains in a single glance.

Location: Myagdi District

Elevation above the sea: 3,210 m

GPS coordinates: 28.39903,83.68896

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02