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Frank S. Smythe discovered this idyllic valley in 1931. During season the valley is carpeted with vibrant flowers and populated with insects, birds and butterflies. Nearby, flows the river Pushpavati, while the massive Rataban peak forms a splendid backdrop. The altitude of the valley ranges from 3352 to 6500 meters. The area has been declared a National Park to maintain its delicate environment and covers an area of 87 square kms. It holds over 300 species of wild flowers, the largest profusion being in bloom during monsoons from end July to mid August. The valley can only be visited in the daytime and night stay is not permitted. It is host to various fauna such as snow leopard, brown bear, musk deer, bharal and thar.

The valley is a 15-km trek from Gobindghat. En route, one can get accommodation at Ghangaria, where lodging and boarding facilities are available at the GMVN Rest House, the Forest Rest House and the Gurudwara. One road from Ghangaria leads to the Valley of Flowers and the other is a steep climb of 5 kms to Hemkund lake. From Ghangaria, tourists can visit the valley and return the same day.