Kempty Fall : 15 kms from Mussoorie on the
Yamunotri Road having an altitude of 4,500 ft. It has the distinction of being
the biggest and prettiest waterfall located in a beautiful valley and is
surrounded by high mountains. Bath at the foot of the falls is refreshing and
enjoyable for children and adults alike.
Gun Hill
: Enjoy a Ropeway ride to the second highest peak of Mussoorie. It
can also be negotiated by bridle path which forks - off from Mall Road near
Kutchery and to reach takes about twenty minutes. The Ropeway distance is only
400 mtrs. And the sheer thrill of the ride is memorable. Gun Hill offers a
beautiful panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges namely Bunderpunch, Srikantha,
Pithwara and Gangotri Group etc. and a bird's-eye view of Mussoorie town and
Doon Valley. During pre independence days a gun mounted on this top used to be
fired heralding mid-day to enable people to adjust their watches and hence this
name.
Municipal Lodge : A picnic spot
having a beautiful garden and an artificial mini lake with boating facilities.
It is located at a distance of 4 kms by cycle rickshaw, pony or by car and only
2 kms on foot via Waverly Convent Road.
Childer's
Lodge : Highest peak of Mussoorie near Lal Tibba. It is about 5 kms
from the Tourist Office and one can go on horse back or on foot. Snow view from
this spot is exhilarating.
Camel's Back Road
: It starts from Kulri Bazaar near Rink Hall and ends at Library
Bazaar covering a total distance of about 3 kms. the main charm of this road is
horse riding and walking. Sunset view of the Himalayas is superb. Camel's Rock
with a life like resemblance can be seen from the spot near Mussoorie Public
School.
Jharipani Fall : 8.5 kms from
Mussoorie on Mussoorie-Jharipani Road. Visitors can go by bus or by car upto 7
kms to Jharipani from where the fall is 1.5 kms, on foot.
Bhatta Fall : 7 kms from Mussoorie on
Mussoorie-Dehradun road. Access by car or bus upto Balta village from where the
fall is 3 kms by car or foot. An ideal spot for bathing and
picnics.
Mossey Fall : 7 kms from
Mussoorie access via Balahisar or Barlowganj. A beautiful fall surrounded by a
dense forest.
Nag Devta Temple : An
ancient temple situated on Cart Mackenjie Road and is about 6 kms from
Mussoorie. Vehicles can go right upto the spot. It provides a charming view of
Doon Valley as well as of Mussoorie.
Mussoorie
Lake : A newly developed picnic spot, situated on Mussoorie-Dehradun
road and is about 6 kms from Mussoorie. It is a delightful spot. Pedal boats are
available. It commands an enchanting view of Doon Valley and nearby
villages.
Van Chetna Kendra : At a
distance of about 2 kms of Tehri bye pass road, this place is developed as a
picnic spot and has a park surrounded with pine forest and flowering shrubs, and
is approachable by foot or taxi/car. The main attraction is the wildlife of the
park like Ghurar, Kanakar, Himalayan Peacock, Monal etc.
Excursions
Yamuna Bridge : About 27 kms from Mussoorie on
Chakrata Barkot Road and is an ideal spot for fishing. Permits for fishing can
be obtained from
The Divisional Forest Office,
Mussoorie,
Phone : 632335
Chamba (Tehri) : About 31 kms
from Dhanolti. The drive is excellent as the road passes through the fruit
orchards. During season, apples are available in abundance all along the route.
In springs, one can capture on camera Rhododendron and various other fruit trees
which are a feast to the eyes when in full bloom. In the backdrop are the
magnificent Himalayas. A Tourist Bungalow and few other hotels are available for
a comfortable stay.
Dhanolti : Located
on Mussoorie - Tehri Road at a distance of about 25 kms from Mussoorie. On the
way, Buranskhanda offers a captivating view of the Himalayas amidst pine and
deodar forest. Dhanolti is an ideal place for a quiet weekend. A Tourist
Bungalow is available. There is also a Forest Rest House for which permit can be
obtained from D.F.O, Mussoorie. Hotel Dhanolti Breeze also provides comfortable
accommodation.
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