Skiing has gained popularity in Jammu and Kashmir due to the vast range of snow-clad mountain tops. A very popular destination, Jammu and Kashmir, offers very good skiing experiences along with the views of natural beauty. The bets time for skiing is form December to March.

Major sites for skiing are i.e: Gulmarg and Khilanmarg are the hot spots for skiing. Patnitop is also an ideal location for the skiing-lovers. Madha Top, situated 5 Km from Patnitop is perfect for all levels of skiing.

The ideal trekking months strats from April to November;no special permits are required,though registration with the nearest tourist office is necessary.The state affords some spectacular contrasts in nature with its alpine pastures,barren wastelands and rugged mountains.

Major sites for trekking are i.e: Srinagar is a good take off point for trekking in the Kashmir valley or in Zanskar(by road to kargil).In the Ladakh region,Leh is the best point for base camp.Mules and porters are the area's nearer to the tourist office.

Several mountain ranges through the state of Jammu & Kashmir among them Pir Panjal, Great Himalayas, Zanskar, Ladakh, Karakoram. With the mighty ranges of the Himalayas towering 10,000 to 28,000 feet above the sea level.

Major sites for Monataineering are i.e:Off Sonamarg are the lesser peaks Kolahoi 5,425 m and Harmukh 5,148 m. The popular peaks are Sickle Moon 6,575 m ,Riger 6,001m,Brammah-I 6,416m,Crooked Finger 5,630m, Arjuna 6,230m,Katori 6,138m and Flat Top 6,100m.In the Zanskar region are the famous peaks of Nun 7,135m and Kun 7,077m.Around these are White Needle 6,500m,Pinacle 6,930m and Z-1 6,400m.These peaks are located at the head of the Shafat glacier.The 'Z' series also cluster around the Durung Drung glacier which is visible from the Pensita.In the Ladakh region are the Stok Kangri 6,153m, Parcha Kangri 6,065m and Kanglcha 6,400m, and many more.