Top Tourist Attractions in the Scenic Hill Station Ranikhet

As per the legend, the Kumaoni Queen, Padmavati, was so enchanted by this tiny hill paradise that she desired to stay here permanently. It's in her honour that the town got the name 'queen's land'. While no trace of the palace can be found today, Ranikhet remains the same: captivating, abounding with flowers, trees, and green meadows in the midst of heavenly Himalayan surroundings.

Chaubatia Orchards ranikhet

Perched at an altitude of 6300 feet above sea level, and spread over sprawling 600 acres, Chaubatia is a treat for nature lovers. The gardens contain predominantly apple, peach, plum and apricot trees.

  1. Location: Near Ranikhet, Almora district, Uttarakhand.
  2. Nearest Railway Station: Ranikhet Railway Station (10 km).
  3. Best Time to Visit: April-June, September-November.
  4. Famous Attractions: Fruit orchards, Himalayan views, botanical garden.
  5. Distance from Colonel's Paradise Resort: Approx. 7 km.
Mahavatar Babaji Cave ranikhet

Mahavatar Babaji Cave

Located beyond the hamlet of Kukuchina, Dwarahaat, Mahavtaar babaji's cave has immense spiritual significance. It is the birth place of Kriya Yoga, and the place where 'Lahiri Mahashaya' , received direct teachings of Kris Yoga directly by Maha-Avtar Baba Ji.

  1. Location: Near Karmi, Ranikhet, Uttarakhand.
  2. Nearest Railway Station: Ranikhet Railway Station (12 km).
  3. Best Time to Visit: March to June, September to November.
  4. Famous Attractions: Cave of Mahavatar Babaji, spiritual site, scenic views.
  5. Distance from Colonel's Paradise Resort: Approx. 15 km.
Golf course ranikhet

Golf Course

Try your hand at the 9olegolf at the Upat Golf Course, one of the highest golf courses in Asia.

Bhalu Dam ranikhet

Bhalu Dam

Bhalu Dam is a small man made lake, made by the British to cater the water needs of the local residents. It can be reached by small trek of 2 kms from Chaubatiya Orchards.

Haidakhan babaji temple ranikhet

Haidakhan Babaji Temple

Heda Khan Baba Ji's temple is dedicated to Lord Shia and Hedakhan baba Ji. It is a very popular temple/ Ashram, with devotees coming from all parts of the world.

Kumaon regimental centre museum ranikhet

Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum

Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum is a must visit , and it showcases more than 225 years the glorious history of The Kumaon Regiment.

Jhula Devi Temple ranikhet

Jhula Devi Temple

Dedicated to Godess Durga, Jhula devi temple is doted with several brass bell offered by devotees over the years.

Sunset point ranikhet

Sunset Point

Sunset Point - Also know as Seven Stones, it is perched high beyond Chaubatia village, and offers great views of the valley below.

Katarmal sun temple ranikhet

Katarmal Sun Temple

Located at an altitude of 2110 meters, Katarmal Sun temple complex has a picturesque location. It was built by a Katyuri king called Katarmalla in the 9th century AD.

Jageshwar dham temple

Jageshwar Dham Temple

Jageshwar is famous for its temple complex, which consists of 124 large and small stone temples dating from the 9th to the 13th century AD. Culture enthusiasts and historians visit the area to explore the ancient shrines and the dynasties that constructed them.

Ranikhet

Village- Majkhali-263652, Ranikhet, Distt. Almora (Uttarakhand)

75km

FROM RAILWAY STATION

110km

FROM NEAREST AIRPORT

1.5km

FROM NEAREST ATTRACTION

(Sky Cycling Point)