Dhanaulti Eco Park

Dhanaulti, a quaint hill station near Mussoorie, is well known for its Eco park. Many tourists and local visitors often visit this Eco park, especially on weekends. Surrounded by tall cedar and pine trees, the Eco park in Dhanaulti is prominent for its serenity and pleasant atmosphere. The park's various viewpoints offer majestic landscape of the Himalayas and its nearby areas.
 

Spanning around 15 hectares, the Dhanaulti Eco Park is divided into two sections; Eco Park Dhara and Eco Park Amber, each with their own features. These two parks are just 200 meters apart and are easily accessible from Mussoorie, Dehradun, and Chamba. The early morning and late evening view of these parks are enchanting that makes you fall in love with them. The sun rays filtering through the pine trees creates a magical atmosphere.
 

A weekend retreat in nature

The parks are situated around 33 km from Mussoorie Library Chowk and are well connected by road. Both are known for their scenic views, especially Amber Eco Park. While both parks are known for their splendid sunset, the sunset view point at Amber Eco Park is truly stunning. A small trail has been created in the parks, guiding visitors towards its scenic and sunset spots. These parks are equally popular among adults and kids, making them a perfect weekend getaway to spend time with friends and family.
 

In addition to its scenic view and natural charm, the park offers adventurous activities and a playground area to keep children engaged. It can be visited on any day during its scheduled time, which are similar for both parks. Apart from this, various food carts outside the park offer a variety of items. All in all, Dhanaulti Eco Park is a perfect destination for nature lovers and adventurous enthusiasts who are looking for some quality time in solitude.
 

Eco Park Dhara

Eco Park Dhara in Dhanaulti is located in the starting of Dhanaulti, on the left side of the road. It can be easily spotted, as various tourists can be seen in and around the area. Spreaded across 3.5 hectares, this park is mostly surrounded by towering pine trees, providing a peace and solitude environment.
 

Eco Park Amber

It is located just 200 meters away from the Dhara Eco Park and is also on the left side of the road. Parking facility is available outside the park and requires entry tickets to access. Unlike Dhara Eco park, it is larger in terms of area i.e. 12 hectares, also it tends to be less crowded.
 

Bird Paradise

Eco Park is also home to a variety of bird species, making it a paradise for bird lovers. Mostly, the park is surrounded with various Himalayan birds. Some popular birds can be spotted here are the Monal, Yellow billed blue magpie, Black bulbul, White tail snow chat and others.
 

Things to Do

Entry Fees

Visitors need to pay a separate entry fees for both the parks; which are : -

Eco Park Timing

Both Eco parks have similar timing, though Eco Park Dhara gets closed occasionally before its scheduled time. The timing of of both Dhanaulti Eco parks are : -

Accommodation

Visitors will not face any issues regarding the accommodation, as Dhanaulti offers a variety of staying options; such as Hotels, resorts, home stays, tents, and guest houses. In addition to this, visitors can also book GMVN Eco huts, located near the park. Some nearby options are : -

• Dhanolti Jungle Resort
• Rock Resort.
• Hotel Roayal Residency.
• Sukoon Hotel and Resort.
• Fab Hotel Sizzling and Resort.
   

Important Tips for Travellers

• Direct transportation services are limited, so hiring a taxi or renting a two wheeler is advisable.
• Roadside paid parking is available for both two wheeler and four wheelers outside the park.
• Book your accommodation in advance, especially during the peak season.
• The park is likely to be overcrowded, particularly on weekends.
• An entry fee is required to access the park.
• Avoid travelling during the monsoon season, as weather conditions may hinder your experience.
• Various food carts are available outside the park, selling sweet corn, tea, Maggi, cotton candy, and other snacks.
• Carry sufficient cash, as mobile connectivity issues are common in the area.
   

Nearby Attraction

• Visitors can also explore some popular nearby places : -
  • Surkanda Devi Temple.
  • Kanatal.
  • Chamba.
  • Kaudia Forest.
  • Tehri Lake.