The emerald lake of Deoria taal is one of the most beautiful landscaped sites of Uttarakhand that is loved by travellers for its surrounding beautiful environment. The lake of Deoria taal is situated at a breathtaking altitude of 2438 mts above the sea level. At a clear day travellers can get astounding views of the Chaukhamba peaks with its reflections. One can simply experience the best of both worlds at Deoria Tal i.e. the real form and also the reflections.
Travellers would have to make through a steep trek of 3kms from the beautiful villages of Sari and Mastura that are located on Chopta-Ukhimath road. The entire site is densely wooded with snow covered mountains in background and dense green surroundings. Travellers would love the lake for beautiful 360 panoramic views of peaks like Bandarpunch, Kalanag, Kedar Range, Nilkantha and Chaukhamba. Adventure seekers can choose the route of Deoria Tal to the Tugnath town for Trekking, Jungle Safari and camping.
According to the ancient Hindu Mythology it is believed that this like lake used for by “Devas” to bath, and the name got derived through this belief. Also it is believed that this was the site where Yaksha asked queries in front the might Pandavas. Because of its mythical background the whole region retains some natural beauty till now. While traveling to this site visitors can also plan a further visit to the beautiful town of Chopta. Travellers who don’t wish to leave the site can stay in Deoria Tal forest rest house. Other than that budget hotels are also available in Saari village like the Devariya Guest House.
How To Reach
By Air: For air travellers the Jolly Grant Airport at Dehradun is the nearest airport which is at a distance of around 230 kms. Taxis can also be booked from Airport itself to nearest towns with nearest roads.
By Rail: The nearest railhead is the Rishikesh railway station which is 225 kms away from the town of Chopta. Daily trains are available to major Indian cities from the railway station. Travellers can also travel Dehradun railway station.
By Road: Roads are accessible till Ukhimath from all the major destinations of the state. Travellers can find buses from Delhi ISBT Kashmiri gate for reaching till the beautiful town of Ukhimath.