Naukuchiatal

Prime Day & Hours: Weekends, morning

Suggested Duration: 2 hours

Tickets: Free Entry

Nearest Railway Station: Kathgodam Railway Station, about 25 km away

Nearest Airport: Pantnagar Airport, about 60 km away

Nearest Bus Stop: Kathgodam Bus Stop, about 26 km away

Naukuchiatal rests peacefully within the Kumaon foothills because of its nine-cornered lake, which stands as the deepest natural water body in Uttarakhand. This picturesque destination remains less commercialised than Nainital, so visitors can enjoy both adventure and relaxation. The lake mirrors surrounding dense oak, pine forests, clear skies, and green hills, which creates an ideal setting for boating, photography, and nature observation, making it one of the best places to visit in Uttarakhand.

The lake's nine corners remain hidden from most viewers, yet those who achieve this sight reportedly attain nirvana, while most visitors come to find peace instead of spiritual experiences. The region contains several charming homestays as well as eco-lodges and lakeside cafés for visitors to choose from. The area provides paragliding opportunities from nearby hills and cycling, as well as fishing and access to Bhimtal and Sat-tal, and Mukteshwar, which are close by.

Naukuchiatal provides a refreshing alternative to Uttarakhand's busier hill stations for visitors seeking solitude, scenic beauty, and soft adventure.

• Discover Naukuchiatal’s serene nine-cornered lake, known for its tranquil waters and deep spiritual lore.
• Enjoy boating on one of Uttarakhand’s deepest natural lakes surrounded by forested slopes and misty skies.
• Go paragliding from the nearby hills for stunning aerial views of the lake and surrounding villages.
• Stay in cosy lake-facing homestays and eco-resorts offering peace and Himalayan hospitality.
• Spot Himalayan birds, butterflies, and seasonal flowers around the lake and surrounding forest zones.