Devariyatal is an emerald lake perched at a height of 2438 mts above sea level. During the early morning on a clear day, Devariya Tal blesses the tourists with miraculous reflections of Chaukhamba peaks on its crystal clear water.
Deoriatal is an easy and weekend trek for beginners. One can also extend their trek to Bisuri Tal, Chopta via Rohini Bugyal and even to Tungnath and Chandrasila.
Get Deoria Tal Trek Guide, trekking route, travel tips
The beauty of this translucent lake attracts many visitors to come and knit nostalgic memories here. Since Deoria Tal falls under the Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary, early morning you can spot a few animals quenching their thirst from this lake. This gorgeous lake offers a splendid panorama of the majestic Chaukhamba, Neelkantha, Banderpunch, Kedar range and the Kalanag peaks.
At Deoria Tal one can experience the best of two worlds, the first one being the real world and the other one being the reflection of the beautiful surroundings on the lake.
The lake is situated amidst a lush green inclined field surrounded by dense trees. Deoria Tal serves as a popular trekking destination in the region because of its ease of access and soothing scenic beauty. Deoria Tal lies in the Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary. If lucky, then you can spot animals drinking water from the lake early in the morning. Therefore, an overnight stay at Deoria Tal is recommended.
Devariyatal is a trekking destination amidst the Himalayas rather than a tourist’s paradise. There is not much sightseeing available at Devariyatal apart from the mighty Himalayan peaks that are visible from the vantage of Devariyatal such as Chaukhamba, Meru, Sumeru, and Kedar Dome to name a few.
Devariyatal is a beautiful pond (Tal) at an elevation of 2,400 meters in Uttarakhand. Due to its pristine nature, camping is allowed at Devariyatal under the vigilance of forest officials. Apart from that, there is a Forest Rest House available for staying at Devariyatal. One has to trek 2 kms down the hill to Saari village to find any accommodation. Few budget guesthouses with limited amenities are available.
There are small shacks located some 100 meters away from the pond where food is prepared and served. The shacks have limited food items and the menu so you’d have to make do with whatever available. One can also eat at Saari village where local food joints and restaurants are available. Packaged food can also be carried to Devariyatal.
According to Hindu mythology, the Hindu gods or ‘devas’ used to bath in the mystic waters of this emerald lake. Devariyatal is also believed to be the “Indra Sarovar” which has been cited in the Puranas or the ancient Hindu texts.
Deoria Tal has a mythological connection with the epic Mahabharata, as it is the place where Yaksha asked the Pandavas to answer his questions before drinking the water of the lake. Due to its mythical background, this region possesses some magical beauty until now.
Forest Fees/Entry Fees: This region is a reserve forest area. So there is an entry pass to be made at the start where a forest guard sits. If you take once, you can use it for the entire destination in Kedar Valley Bio Reserve Destinations.
| Fees Details | For Indians | For Foreigners |
|---|---|---|
Entry Fees | Rs 150 | Rs 500 |
Camping Fees Per Day | ||
Small Tent | Rs 50 | Rs 100 |
Medium Tent | Rs 100 | Rs 200 |
Kitchen Tent | Rs 100 | Rs 200 |
Pitching | Rs 50 | Rs 100 |
| *Note: The above camping charges and entry fees for Deoria Tal trek are updated as per our knowledge. However, the charges are subject to change without prior notice. You can get updated pricing from Forest Officials of Chopta Range or at Ukhimath. The above price is for indication only and publisher if not liable if price or charges does not match. | ||
While traveling to Deoria Tal, you can plan a further visit to Chopta. Chopta is popular as Mini-Switzerland of Uttarakhand. The route of 4 kms trek to the sacred Tungnath Temple and Chandrashila, commences from Chopta. You can also visit Kartikswami or do an extensive trek to Rudranath from Sagar Village.
There is a Forest Rest House available at Deoria Tal for accommodation. Tent accommodation is also available at Deoria Tal offering amazing views of the lake. You can also stay at a couple of small budget hotels at Saari village-like Devariya Guest House.
You can also check at the hotels of nearby locations: Chopta hotels, Ukhimath hotels, Rudraprayag hotels, Guptkashi Hotels
Deoria Tal is also written as Deoriatal, Devariya, Deoriya Tal or Devariyatal, Devriyatal Lake.
Map for representation only. Map NOT TO SCALE.
Deoriatal is famous among tourist as Trekking, Lake, Camping, Bird Watching, Mythological Importance, Yoga, Meditation.
Deoriatal is recommended destination for Corporates, Couples, Family and Kids, Foreigners, Groups, Solo.
Deoriatal is popular destination for following activities/ interests - Adventure, Bird Watching, Camping, Christmas and New Year, Hiking, Kids & family spots , Meadows, OffBeat, Picnic Spots, Romantic, Trekking, Weekend Getaway, Winter Treks.
Uttarakhand Travel Updates : Rafting in Rishikesh is now open. Popular Winter treks of Uttarakhand - Kedarkantha Trek, Har ki Dun, Kuari Pass Trek, Chopta, Deoriatal, Brahmatal Trek.
Last Updated: 17 Mar 2023
