Hariyali Devi
On the way to Karanprayag, a road diverting from Nagrasu (16 km from Rudraprayag) leads to the Siddh Peeth of Hariyali Devi (1,400 m), 22 km away. It is 38 km from Rudraprayag surrounded by high peaks and thick forests. The temple houses a regally bejewelled idol of Maa Hariyali Devi who is also worshipped as Bala Devi and Vaishno Devi. It becomes home to festivities during Janmashtami and Deepawali. Around it, for miles together, one witnesses captivating view of forested land and a majestic range of mountains.

Agastyamuni
About 23 km from Rudraprayag, in the glorious valley of Mandakini lies the popular town of Agastyamuni - a miniature paradise. Here, on the banks of the murmuring deep blue Mandakini sat the great sage Agatyamuni in deep meditation. The Agastya temple honours the great sage, is an ideal place to relax and for fishing on the banks of the river.

The town is also a base for Pawan Hans helicopter services to Kedarnath temple and back during the summer months.

Guptkashi
Steeped in legend and lore, the scenic town of Guptkashi is an important town on the routes to Kedarnath and Madhyamaheshwar. Here, in sylvan surroundings came Shiva to hide from the Pandavas who were following him to seek redemption for their sins. To escape detection, the Lord lived incognito and the town has been named Gupt (hidden) Kashi ever since. The ancient temples of Vishwanath, Ardhnareshwar and Manikarnik Kund are the main places of attraction in Guptkashi.