Upvan Lake

Built in the year 1880 by the Thane Municipal Corporation, Upvan Lake is an artificial but eco-friendly lake situated in Thane, Maharashtra. This beautiful lake was actually re-constructed by JK Singhania to supply water to the Raymond Factory.

But what makes the lake popular among the locals and tourists alike is its beauty and the scenic and peaceful surroundings. With the Yeoor Hills as its backdrop, Upvan Lake today is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Thane. It makes for a perfect place to enjoy a picnic with family or take an evening walk to refresh your mind.

It also has jogging tracks for fitness enthusiasts and cool places under the trees where you can sit and read a book. Boating facility is also available for people who wish to see the lake and the greenery that surrounds it.

And should you feel hungry, you can walk over to the small eateries present on the premises to grab a quick snack. Once used as an important source of water supply to Thane, Upvan Lake is now well-known for hosting the Sanskriti Arts Festival and for various other recreational purposes.

Besides the facilities mentioned above, you shall also find a big statue of Lord Shiva in the middle of the lake, a fountain, and a lake-side restaurant that is quite a hit among the locals. There is also a Ganesha temple adjacent to the lake that is pretty popular too. And if you are visiting the lake in the evening, stay back till dusk because Upvan Lake is one of the best places in Thane to catch a mesmerizing view of the sunset. 

The temperature in Thane remains between 22°C to 36°C during summers and 23°C to 12°C in winters. However, the best time to visit Upvan Lake is during the monsoon season. The reason behind that is not only the pleasant weather but also the greenery that surrounds the lake. Upvan Lake is surrounded by a lot of trees and greenery, and monsoon is the time when you can witness the same at its best.  

Location: Upvan Lake Road | End Of 1st and 2nd Pokhran Rd, Thane 400607, India

Timings: There is no particular opening and closing time at Upvan Lake. It is open to the public throughout the day and the year. However, the temple and eateries are mostly closed in the afternoon and reopen after 4 pm. 

Entry Fees: There is no entry fee at Upvan Lake. You are also not charged any fees for photography and videography at the lake. However, you will be charged a nominal parking fee if you wish to park your private vehicle at the lake.

It is fairly easy to reach Upvan lake.

-By rail: Upvan Lake is about 5.4 km from Thane Railway Station. You can then take a cab or auto-rickshaw from the station to reach the lake. An auto-rickshaw usually charges around INR 60. 
-By Bus: You can take a bus from Thane Station (West) till Upvan Bus Stop or Palaydevi Mandir Bus Stop. The charge for a one-way ride is usually INR 15.
-By Private Transport: You can also drive your vehicle to the lake. Parking space is available for private vehicles.