Deoria Tal, Uttarakhand: Deoria Tal lake tourism attraction

About Deoria Tal

Deoria Tal alternatively known as ‘Devariya Tal’ is a lake on the Ukhimath-Chopta road, Uttarakhand. Deoria Tal is a majestic beauty to look at as it is amidst the extravagant landscapes and mountains blanketed with snow. Devariya Tal also has mythological stories about it.

History

Deoria Tal or Devariya Tal has a story behind its name, there is a belief that says that gods use to take bath in this lake for this reason this lake is called ‘Devariya Tal’ or ‘Deoria Tal’. It is also the same lake where Yaksha asked questions to the powerful Pandavas.

Main Highlights of Deoria Tal

Location-Uttarakhand
Altitude-2,438 m (7,999 ft.)
Longitude-1277° E
Latitude-5222° N
Mountain Range– Garhwal Himalaya

Devariya Tal Lake

From Sari village, you have to trek for 3 km to reach Deoria Tal. You will see the majestic views of the Garhwal Himalaya range that means you can peak of Chaukhamba, Bandarpunch, Nilkantha, Kedar Range, and Kalanag. Deoria Tal Lake is famous for its 300° panoramic view. Under the brilliant blue sky, you can see the reflection of Chaukhamba peak in the emerald-colored Deoria Tal Lake which is magical to look at.

Tourism attractions near Deoria Tal

Chopta– Chopta is a hill station famous for its captivating meadows and landscape. Chopta is the base camp for the revered Tungnath Temple.

Tungnath– located in Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand at an altitude of 3,470 m, Tungnath temple is the highest Lord Shiva temple in the world.

Chandrashila Trek– Chandrashila is located in Uttarakhand at an altitude of 4,000 m. Chandrashila trek is filled with the beauty of flora and fauna. Definitely worth visiting for wildlife admirers.

Guptkashi– Guptkashi is located in the Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand. It is well-known for its ancient and revered Vishwanath temple.

Madmaheshwar– Madmaheshwar alternatively known as Madhyamaheshwar is positioned in Goundar village in Uttarakhand. Madmaheshwar temple is God Shiva’s temple.

Kedarnath– Kedarnath is located in Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand at an elevation of 3,553 meters. Kedarnath is one of the Char Dham.

How to access Deoria Tal

· Trek Route

There are two trek route to reach Deoria Tal

From the base camp that is Sari village, you have to trek approximately 3 km to reach Deoria Tal.
Another trekking route begins from Ukhimath that passes through the beautiful pasture lands and dense woods. This is a 12 km route.

· By road

One can get a bus to Ukhimath from Dehradun, Rishikesh, or Haridwar conveniently. After reaching Ukhimath you can take a shareable jeep to Sari village.

· By air

Jolly Grant airport is the nearest airport that is in Dehradun. Tourists have to travel by road from here.

Prime time to visit Deoria Tal

Except for the monsoon season, you can visit here anytime to see the majestic natural beauty of the lake, mountains, landscapes, forest, and wildlife.