Dakpatthar Barrage

Dakpathar is a small hill town village in Vikasnagar, Dehradun district. Situated along the Yamuna River, it is generally known for the Dakpathar Barrage. Interestingly, the right bank of the barrage lies in Himachal Pradesh, while the left bank is in Uttarakhand. Set on the foothills of Shivalik ranges, the site produces a picturesque landscape, especially during monsoon season. It is a popular picnic spot and a perfect weekend getaway attracting visitors from nearby places.
 

A family Park
 

Located in Pachwa Doon, the Dakpathar Barrage is about 44 km from Dehradun. It is easily accessible from nearby places like Himachal Pradesh, Dehradun, and Saharanpur. The barrage park offers a tranquil environment to its visitors, where they can enjoy quality time with friends and family. Located next to the Yamuna river, the park offers a panoramic view of the area, especially in the evening.
 

Dakpathar Barrage Park
 

The park consists of several attractions, such as selfie points, fountains, scenic view of the Yamuna, and a children's play area. The children's zone is equipped with toy trains, toy aeroplane, toy cars, and swings. On weekends and holidays, the park is surrounded with many couples, families, and students.
 

Whereas, it also features females statues and rock structures to attract visitors. Additionally, it is a home to various pigeons and rabbits. In the parking area, visitors can also enjoy a camel ride, which offers a unique experience.
 

Food Court
 

Besides its scenic beauty, the park also features various food stalls offering a variety of food options, especially Chinese.
 

Entry Fees
 

An entry fee of Rs 15/- per person is required to access the park. You can purchase tickets from its ticket counter by paying cash or through UPI.
 

Charges

• To make the most of your visit to Asan barrage, you can engage in the following activities : -

  Parking	Rs 20/- (Two Wheeler) Rs 50/- (Four Wheeler)
  Entry Fee	Rs 15/- per person
  Camel Ride	Rs 120/- per ride.
  Kids Play Zone	Rs 50-100/- per ride.
  Flying Drone	Rs 500/-

Opening and Closing Time
 

The park is open for visitors throughout the week, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
 

Accommodation Facility
 

Vikasnagar is the main site for accommodation, offering a range of options such as Hotels, Homestays, and resorts.
 

Important Tips for Traveller
 

• Visitors can hire a taxi or take a shared auto from Dakpathar bus stand to access the site.
• For direct access, visitors can hire a cab from their respective location.
• Paid parking is available outside the park, whose payment mode is cash.
• Photography, videography, and flying drones near the barrage is prohibited.
• Flying drone near the park is allowed with a fee of Rs 500/-
• An entry fee is required to access the park.
• Barrage is a no waiting zone, it is recommended do not stop or stand near it.
   

Nearby Attraction
 

The notable attractions nearby to the location are : -
 

• Asan Barrage.
• Gupt Sahastradhara.
• Kalsi.
• Kata Pathar.
• Chakrata.
• Tiger Fall.
• Kempty Fall.
• Paonta Sahib Gurudwara.