Mitanshi Jain
Deoriataal lake is a beautiful and fresh water lake which is situated around 2.5 km uphill from Saari village. The spectacular view of Himalayas at the backdrop of the lake enthralls you. Deoriataal lake is also considered as one of the best places for stargazing. You can witness the reflection of Chuakhamba peak on the lake, it enchances the beauty of lake.one can also spot other famous peaks as well like, Kedar Range, Nilkantha, Bandarpunch, etc.
Deoria Tal also offers a impressive view of Tungnath and Chandrashila peak.
Yes, one can do overnight camping at Deoriataal lake,the camps offer accomodation amidst the lap of nature. but you have to pay the charges to the forest officials or department (Rs.50-100) if you want to stay at camps or else pitch your tent. Visitors, can bring their own tents or rent according to their needs. Starting price of camps starts from Rs.500 per night.
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Devendra Bisht
2 years agoThere is no direct bus service or any other public transport to reach Chopta. You have to take bus to Rudraprayag or Ukhimath if coming by public transport from Haridwar or Rishikesh. After that you have to take taxi. However , we recommend you to hire a taxi for a round trip from Haridwar/Rishikesh or Dehradun.
Road Route to reach Chopta: Delhi – Haridwar – Rishikesh – Devprayag – Srinagar – Rudraprayag (take Kedarnath Road) – Augustmuni – Kund (take left to Ukhimath before the bridge) – Ukhimath Cut (go straight towards Chopta) – Mastura – Makku Bend (take road towards Chopta) – Duggalbitta – Baniyakund – Chopta
Chopta By Rail: The nearest railway station to Chopta is Haridwar situated 226 kms away. Haridwar is well connected by railway networks with major cities of India. Buses and Taxis to Chopta and Ukhimath are easily available from Rishikesh.
Chopta By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport of Chopta, situated 219 kms away in Dehradun district of Uttarakhand state. The remaining journey has to be covered ether in a taxi or in a bus. Taxis are easily available to Rishikesh, Rudraprayag, Ukhimath and Chopta from Jolly Grant Airport.