Avalanche Lake

Avalanche Lake is one of the prominent tourist attractions in Ooty. It is situated next to Avalanche Wildlife Sanctuary and is a great place for spending some time with Mother Nature. This lake is surrounded by the charismatic Nilgiris and was formed due to a devastating avalanche that struck this region in the 18th century. Today, it stands among the must-see tourist sites in Ooty.

It Is Known For:-

• 1) Avalanche Lake is best known for its beauteous landscape as it is located among the hillocks of Nilgiris

2) The huge lake serves a chief source of water supply to the nearby areas including the Kundah Hydro Power Station

3) Avalanche Lake houses the trout fish as well. A trout hatchery is located nearby that supplies the fishing rods to those that adore fishing

4) On the other side of the lake lies a forested area that is a perfect spot for trekking and camping under the cerulean sky

Best Time To Visit:-

Avalanche Lake is a major tourist attraction in the hill town of Ooty. It is visited by the people throughout the year but, the best time for enjoying the vacation or visiting this site is from October-February. It is regarded as the right time as the temperatures aren’t high and make the outing comfortable.

Reaching There:-

Due to a well-connected network of roadways and railways, reaching various attractions in Ooty is not a difficult task. Tourists can reach Avalanche Lake easily by hiring a cab or a traveler.

Nearest Railway Station - Ooty Railway Station

Nearest Airport - Coimbatore Airport