Overview
Kokernag, in Anantnag district, is famous for the largest freshwater spring in Kashmir, whose waters fan out like a rooster's claw (which gives the town its name). It has a beautiful terraced botanical garden and rose garden, and is known for trout, farmed and fished in its clear streams. Kokernag is a peaceful, green corner of south Kashmir, near Verinag and Daksum.
Kokernag on the Map
Things to Do & Places to Visit in Kokernag
Kokernag Spring & Botanical Garden
View on map →The largest freshwater spring in Kashmir, set in a terraced garden with roses and chinars.
Trout Farm
View on map →Kokernag's clear waters support a well-known trout hatchery and fishing.
Daksum (nearby)
View on map →A forested resort and trek base toward Sinthan Top, a short drive away.
Local Specialities of Kokernag
Trout
Kokernag is one of the best places in Kashmir to eat fresh trout.
Spring Water
The spring is renowned for its clear, mineral-rich water.
How to Reach Kokernag
Kokernag is about 70 km south of Srinagar (around 2 hours), reached via Anantnag. It is close to Verinag and Daksum, which are easily combined into a south Kashmir spring-and-garden circuit.
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Kokernag FAQs
What is Kokernag famous for?
Kokernag is famous for the largest freshwater spring in Kashmir, its terraced botanical and rose gardens, and its trout. It is a peaceful, green destination in south Kashmir near Verinag and Daksum.
Can you eat trout in Kokernag?
Yes. Kokernag is one of the best places in Kashmir for fresh trout, with a well-known trout farm and local eateries serving it.
Written by Via Kashmir Editorial Team
Last checked 2026
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