Avalanche Lake

Avalanche lake in Ooty is a must visit, dont miss it and many more such remarks I had heard about Avalanche Lake. While I was in Ooty, I was curious to know the history behind this name. Wikipedia told me it has derived this name from a huge landslide in 1800s. Anyhow curious about the name and having heard excellent comments about this lake, we decided to give it a try. Avalanche lake is about 25 kms away from Ooty. So, we hired a taxi for the full day sightseeing. Some people go by bus as well.

Beautiful view

It was actually a stunning view as if it was a dreamand. The area around Avalanche lake was neat and clean with clear waters. Just loved the scenery. My mother who is a painter as well has a lake on the canvass. The whole view immediately reminded me of that scenery. Skies reflected in the water and my little Princess was super excited to see the same. How nice, serene, peaceful and soothing the view was. I was soaked in surroundings.

Quiet and peaceful Avalanche lake

People had rightly advised me. Spe I ally forest people had maintained it well.

Where to eat near Avalanche Lake

Dhabha Express, Elk Street, Nahar Residency Hotel Restaurant, Curry and Rice and many other options. Even your driver can guide you through or may be you can ask your hotel staff about good restaurants.

scenic

Where to shop

Edakkara Market, Mettu Palayam Market, Bhiva Market, Udhagamandalam Kairali Emporium.

Beautiful lake in lush green environment

Where to stay 

Many 3* properties are there around 20-25 km of Avalanche Lake and 4-5* properties are 45-50 km ahead like Meadow Lake Resort or Izakk Walton Inn

Article and photographs credit Vikrant

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