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At a Glance: Essential Visitor Information
TimingsDaytime (boating hours vary)
Entry feeEntry/boating charged
Best time to visitSeptember to May
From city centreAbout 15 km
LocationShillong, Meghalaya
Know before you go
About Umiam Lake (Barapani)
Umiam Lake (Barapani), a large man-made reservoir a short drive north of Shillong, is ringed by forested hills and is a favourite for boating, kayaking and water sports, with a lakeside park. Its sweeping views make it a classic stop on the way in or out of the city.
Getting there
How to Reach Umiam Lake (Barapani)
Roughly 15 km north of Shillong on the Guwahati road; taxis available.
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