Dhanaulti Hill Station is a popular hill station near Mussoorie hill station in Uttarakhand, India. This hill station is around 2286 meters above sea level and is covered with Oak, Pine, Cedar, Deodar, and Rhododendron forests.
Amber and Dhara are two Eco-parks, very close to each other, which attracts tourists. Local youths manage these Eco-parks with assistance from the Forest department. Aaloo Khet is a popular viewpoint for sunrise viewing and is a potato farm. Surkanda Devi temple, surrounded by dense forests, offers a beautiful scenic view of the Himalayan mountain ranges and is a major tourist attraction.
For those who love a little adventure, there are opportunities for walking over the Flying Fox and Burma bridges.
Eleven kilometers from this Hill station lies Jwarna, at around 8500 feet above sea level. You can go rock climbing, trekking, mountain biking, rappelling, jumaring, etc, here in Jwarna.
How Do I Go to Dhanaulti Hill Station?
Dehradun, the capital of Utterhand state, has the nearest airport and railhead to this Hill Station. Dehradun is at a distance of 65 kilometers from Dhanaulti.
Indian capital city of New Delhi is 325 kilometers distance from this hill station. Shimla, the hub of Indian tourism, is around 300 kilometers distance.
What About Accommodation at Dhanaulti Hill Station?
Mussoorie Forest Department’s Eco-Huts offer Eco-friendly accommodation at this station. There are many other hotels and resorts also catering to tourist needs. Whispering Pines is a leading one among these hotels.
Which is the Ideal Season to Visit Dhanaulti Hill Station?
May to August is the ideal time to visit Dhanaulti Hill Station (summer season).