CHAKRATA HILL STATION
Chakrata, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
Chakrata is a small hill town near Dehradun in Uttarakhand, located at a height of 6948 feet known for its coniferous forest, treks, caves and ancient temples. With mountain climbing as one of the popular activities in Chakrata, it is also becoming a popular destination for camping. With some of the beautiful waterfalls, especially Tiger Falls, Chakrata is a backpacker's paradise and an ideal location for people seeking offbeat tranquil destinations. The highest peak in the hilltown is Kharamba Peak, located at an altitude of 10,000 feet surrounded by dense forests and nature's bounties. The forests of Chakrata is home to diverse wildlife like wild fowls, panther and spotted deer. Once a small hamlet of Jaunsari tribe called Jaunsar Bawar, Chakrata looks down upon the Yamuna valley. The place was developed by the executives of the East India Company and it also encloses a military cantonment making the access restricted for civilian travellers.
Suggested time duration
5 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 08:00 AM | 07:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Bandli Bus Stand |
108 KM | 18001210802 |
 Kalka Railway Station |
187 KM | 139 |
 Shimla Airport |
206 KM | 01772736835 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 15 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Lal Kurti | 1 KM |
Nearest Temples
MINDROLLING MONASTERY
Mindrolling monastery is one of the six monasteries of the Nyingma school of Buddhism
SHRI SHAKUMBHARI DEVI TEMPLE
It is believed that Ma Shakumbari killed Mahishasur Maha Daitya here
Nearest Attractions
TrekkingCHOPTA TUNGNATH TREKKING
Surrounded by dense forests and oak trees
OutdoorFUN N FOOD KINGDOM
This Amusement Park has a water park with water slides
MuseumK DEVBHUMI WAX MUSEUM
Museum houses 26 statues of some prominent personalities
WildlifeBENOG WLS
Famous for its mountain quails and red-billed blue magpie
CavesBUDHER CAVES
This cave is most popular spot for Spelunking
Boating ASAN BARRAGE BOATING
It is meeting point of Eastern Yamuna Canal and Asan River
Rope WayGUN HILL MUSSOORIE ROPEWAY
Gun Hill Mussoorie is one of the best ropeway in India
WaterfallsKEMPTY WATERFALLS
Nestled at altitude of around 4500 ft above the sea level
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