Khurpatal Lake

Khurpatal | Nainital

Khurpatal is a small hamlet frequented by the tourists for its pleasant climate and a beautiful lake with crystal clear water. If you are interested in angling or fishing, this is the right place to go on vacation. The emerald blue-green lake of Khurpatal is cradled in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. It is encircled by the lofty pine and old cedar trees offering a gorgeous vista of the mountains. Being tucked away at an astonishing height of 1,635 metres above sea level, this beautiful piece of nature is just 12 km away from Nainital and can be easily approachable. Khurpatal lake Famously known as the anglers’ paradise, the fresh water of Khurpatal has a good harvest of fishes which is ideal for fishing, angling, and basking by the lake-side. Since the weather is pleasant throughout the year, one can enjoy trekking or go on nature trails to bond with nature.

The place is ideal for a getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. If you love peace and solitariness, come and enjoy the beauty of Khurpatal.  The place is unexplored by the tourists and modern construction. Till the 19th century AD, Khurpatal was famous for making iron implements but today it more recognized for vegetable farms.

Khurpatal seems a secret haven hidden in the hills, that is why it is still echoing with the sounds of nature and not the machine age man and his boisterousness. If you love serenity, then Khurpatal is just the place for you. A few, simple and helpful village folk are seen engaged in vegetable farming. Rejuvenating the spirits, quiet and greener more so after the rains Khurpatal is a welcome change one can long for.

Pic Credit : Sahil Singh/Ghoomakad.in/Google Photos.

How To Reach Khurpatal/Khurpatal Lake :-

Enroute Kaladhungi road lies the placid river of Khurpatal, Being nestled in city of lakes Nainital, the pristine Khurpatal lake can be easlity accessible from Nainital City. The nearest railway station is located at Kathgodam about 34 Km from Nainital and about 65 KM from Nainital. Nearest airport is Pantnagar.