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At a Glance: Essential Visitor Information
TimingsDaytime
Entry feeNominal entry (verify locally)
Best time to visitMarch to June and September to November
From city centreAbout 3 km
LocationRanikhet, Uttarakhand
Know before you go
About Bhalu Dam
Bhalu Dam is a small artificial lake near Upat and the golf course, a quiet, green picnic spot where visitors can relax by the water amid pines. Its calm setting is typical of Ranikhet's low-key appeal.
Getting there
How to Reach Bhalu Dam
Roughly 3 km from Ranikhet near Upat/the golf course; taxis available.
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Nearby Attractions to Combine with Your Visit
More places in Ranikhet to see on the same trip, nearest first.
≈ 750 m
Ranikhet Golf Course
One of the highest golf courses in Asia, set amid pine forest.
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Haidakhan Babaji Temple
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Chaubatia Orchards & Gardens
Government fruit orchards famed for apples and Himalayan panoramas.
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Jhula Devi Temple
Ancient Durga temple famous for thousands of bells offered by devotees.
6.9 km awayView details →
≈ Straight-line distance from Bhalu Dam. The road route is usually longer.
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