Things to do in Chakrata, Uttarakhand
Chakrata is a cantonment town and also a sub district/tehsil, in Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It lies between the Tons and Yamuna rivers, at an elevation of 2118 m, 98 km from the state capital, Dehradun.
5 places to visit in and around Chakrata, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Tiger Falls
The Tiger Falls are hidden in the hilly terrains of Chakrata in Uttarakhand, India. It is 98 km from the state capital, Dehradun, 20 km from Chakrata and can be reached by a 5 km trek with rhododendron and oak trees surroundings.
Wikipedia - 2Jaunsar-Bawar
Jaunsar-Bawar is a hilly region in Garhwal division of Uttarakhand, northern India. It is part of the Mahasu region.
Wikipedia - 3Kishau Dam
Kishau Dam Hydroelectricity Power Project is an under-construction gravity dam on the Tons River which will straddle the border between the Indian states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
Wikipedia - 4Ichari Dam
The Ichari Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Tons River 13 km north of Dakpathar in Uttarakhand, India. The primary purpose of the dam is hydroelectric power production and it is a run-of-the-river-type.
Wikipedia - 5Chirmiri Top
Best time to visit Chakrata
Best weather: Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct.
- Jan4°CCold
- Feb6°CCold
- Mar11°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr16°CPleasant, Best months
- May20°CPleasant, Best months
- Jun22°CPleasant, Best months
- Jul19°CRainy
- Aug18°CRainy
- Sep16°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct13°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov9°CCold
- Dec6°CCold
PleasantRainyColdBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Cold | 4°C | 37 mm |
| Feb | Cold | 6°C | 42 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 11°C | 40 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 16°C | 30 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 20°C | 47 mm |
| Jun | Pleasant | 22°C | 162 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 19°C | 369 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 18°C | 366 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 16°C | 168 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 13°C | 19 mm |
| Nov | Cold | 9°C | 6 mm |
| Dec | Cold | 6°C | 12 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (2,118 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Chakrata
- No railway station within 40 km.
- Nearest main railway station: Dehradun (DDN), 45 km away.
- Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport (DED), 64 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Chakrata costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Chakrata is not included.
Compare Chakrata with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chakrata | – | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | 5 | ₹6,900–₹13,700 |
| Dakpathar | 22 km | Feb–Jun, Sep–Dec | 5 | ₹6,900–₹13,700 |
| Mussoorie | 33 km | Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov | 20 | ₹8,000–₹15,600 |
| Paonta Sahib | 35 km | Oct–Mar | 12 | ₹6,900–₹13,700 |
| U.K Heights | 41 km | Feb–Jun, Sep–Dec | 7 | ₹6,900–₹13,700 |
Distances in a straight line from Chakrata; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Chakrata?
The best known are Tiger Falls, Jaunsar-Bawar, Kishau Dam, Ichari Dam, Chirmiri Top.
When is the best time to visit Chakrata?
Best weather: Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct.
How do I reach Chakrata?
No railway station within 40 km. Nearest main railway station: Dehradun (DDN), 45 km away. Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport (DED), 64 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Chakrata cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Chakrata is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.