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Spiti Valley road opening status April 2026: Current updates on Rohtang and Kunzum Pass accessibility, alternate routes, and what travelers should know before planning a trip this season. --- ## Spiti Valley Road Opening Status April 2026: What You Need to Know As of **April 2026**, the roads to **Spiti Valley remain mostly closed** due to ongoing snowfall and high-altitude winter conditions. The key mountain passes — **Rohtang Pass** and **Kunzum Pass** — are still snowbound and **not open for regular travel**, making the popular **Manali–Kaza route inaccessible**. This is typical for early April, as the region transitions from winter to spring, with full road clearance usually taking several more weeks. ### Is Rohtang Pass open for travel to Spiti in April 2026? **No, Rohtang Pass is not open in April 2026.** The pass remains under heavy snow and is closed to all traffic. Historically, Rohtang Pass opens between **late May and early June**, depending on snow clearance by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). As of now, there is no official opening date for **Rohtang Pass 2026**, and travelers should not plan to reach Spiti via Manali before **June**. The road from Manali to Kaza (180 km) will remain blocked until then. ### When is Kunzum Pass expected to open in 2026? **Kunzum Pass**, the gateway from Kaza to the southern reaches of Spiti and Ladakh, is also **closed in April 2026**. Like Rohtang, it remains snowbound and inaccessible. The pass typically opens **a few days after Rohtang**, around **early to mid-June**, once the BRO completes de-snowing operations. Updates on **Kunzum Pass road status April 2026** will be shared via official channels and our [road conditions](/spiti/road-conditions) page. Travelers planning treks or trips beyond Kaza should wait for confirmed clearances. ### What alternate routes are available if high passes are closed? Yes — the **Shimla–Kaza route (450 km)** is open year-round** and remains the **best alternate route to Spiti Valley** when high passes are closed. This road via NH5, Rampur, Jeori, and Tapri is **well-maintained** up to Tapri and only gets rougher beyond. It avoids Rohtang and Kunzum Passes entirely, making it ideal for early-season travel. You can reach Kaza via this route any time in 2026, with an overnight stop recommended in Kalpa or Reckong Peo. This is the recommended path for travelers arriving before June. For real-time updates, check our [Live Updates](/spiti/live-updates) and [Spiti Valley Travel Guide: Your Complete 2026 Itinerary](/spiti/spiti-valley-travel-guide-your-complete-2026-itinerary) for seasonal planning. If you're preparing for a summer trip, explore trusted accommodations with our guide to [Where to Stay](/spiti/stays) and connect with vetted local hosts via [trusted stays & hosts](/spiti/stays).