Dakpatthar Barrage

Dakpathar Barrage is located in Pachwa Doon, Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand. It’s just 42 km away from Dehradun city. Situated on the Yamuna rivers, this barrage offers a scenic beauty and natural environment. Situated on the National Highway 72, Dakpathar is easily accessible by bus and cabs from Dehradun. The hydroelectric power house built on the Yamuna river is the centre of attraction, whose foundation stone was laid by the first Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru, in 1949. This place also houses a park, where you can spend some quality time with your loved ones. Park also features swings, toy trains, and various food joints to satisfy your hunger. A nearby attraction is the secret Sahastradhara (Gupt Sahastradhara), located merely 4 km away. Here, you can explore natural water springs, caves and the ancient temple of Lord Shiva.