This hidden place is just 12 KM away from the city of Lakes Nainital, this is how you can reach here.

There is no dearth of offbeat places in the country. However, due to people not knowing much about these places, many times the best spots remain to be explored. In this sequence, through this article, let us know about a place about which you may not know much. In such a situation, if you have not yet planned to visit anywhere for winter vacation, then now tour this place.

Here we are talking about a mysterious lake 12 km away from Nainital, after seeing which you will be mesmerized. This lake is situated in Khurpatal village. This lake is also named after this village. Yes, here we are talking about Khurpatal Lake.

Although not many people know about this village, but the views here are equally beautiful and wonderful. This place is no less than a paradise for tourists and photographers. Photographers will get one better than the other pictures here.

Khurpatal is a very beautiful place

Khurpatal is a beautiful village surrounded by lush green forests and skyscrapers. The height of 1635 meters above sea level makes this place best for vacation. If you want to avoid crowded places and want to relax on vacation, then this spot is best for you. This is a perfect spot, where man and nature live together very well.

This lake is shaped like a trowel, hence its name in the local language is Khurpatal. Those who do gardening will know what is called Khurpa. It is a tool used in gardening. Talking about the lake, the water present in it is of emerald color, which looks very beautiful. Not only this, the pictures taken at this location are also very beautiful.

This lake is home to many species of fish, which makes this place perfect for fishing. There are many fishing activities in Khurpatal Lake throughout the year. Fishing is done here in a traditional way and it is a family activity here. A tour of Khurpatal Lake is perfect for those who want to take a break from city life for some time.

You can do these activities in Khurpatal

Apart from its beauty, Khurpatal is also known for its great activities. You can visit places like Ranikhet, Pangot and Kilbury Bird Sanctuary, Bhimtal, Sattal. Apart from this, when you go to Nainital, you must visit Naina Devi Temple. At the same time, if you are in Khurpatal, then apart from fishing, you can also do boating and trekking here.

How to reach Khurpatal Lake?

Khurpatal lake is just 12 km away from Nainital, due to which you can easily travel here by road. To reach here, you can hire a taxi from Nainital Mall Road. Apart from this, you can also trek to Khurpatal through the forests. At the same time, Khurpatal is just 11 km away from the bus stand. The nearest bus stand here is Tallital bus stand.

From there, you can hire an auto-rickshaw or taxi to reach Khurpatal. Also, Khurpatal is 35 km away from Kathgodam railway station. You can hire a taxi from the station to reach Khurpatal. If we talk about the airport, then Pantnagar airport is the nearest. Khurpatal is 68 km away from here. You can take a cab or traveler from there and go to Khurpatal via NH 109.