About Tehri Dam

The Tehri Dam Located in Uttarakhand is the tallest dam in India and the eighth tallest in the world. Tehri Dambuilt between the Himalayan mountains at the confluence of two rivers Bhagirathi and Bhilangana. Tehri Dam is 261 meters high, 575 meters long, and holds 2.6 cubic kilometers of water. Its total area is 52 square kilometers. The first phase of the Tehri Dam was completed in 2006, and the two other phases are still ongoing. Tehri Dam is the largest hydroelectric project in Uttarakhand It generates 1,000 MW of electricity.

Uttarakhand’s Tehri Dam has become a popular tourist attraction attracting thousands of visitors every year. Set amidst picturesque green hills, Tehri Lake has become a perfect weekend getaway for many.

Things to Do Around Tehri Dam

• Rock Climbing
• Mountain Biking
• Paragliding
• Para Jumping
• Hot Air Balloon
• Water skiing
• Jet Skiing
• Kayaking
• Boating
• Stay in Floating Hotel

Tehri Dam Photos

Tehri Dam Timings

If you are planning to visit Tehri Dam with your family or friends, then for your information, let us tell you that Tehri Dam is open for 24 hours but the time to visit Tehri Dam is from 9.00 am to 6.00 pm. valid time. Apart from this, let us inform you that you must take 2-3 hours for the complete and exciting journey of Tehri Dam.

Entry Fee of Tehri Dam

Let us tell you that there is no entry fee for tourists to visit Tehri Dam, the highest dam of India, but if you want to indulge in exciting activities in Tehri Lake, then you will have to pay a certain fee for that.

Location of Tehri Dam

How to Reach Tehri Dam

By Air: Located at a distance of around 87 km, Jolly Grant Airport also known as Dehradun Airport is the nearest airport to reach New Tehri. Cabs are easily available from Dehradun to New Tehri.

By Rail: Deboard at Rishikesh railway station to reach New Tehri as it is situated some 73 km away from your destination. Taxis and buses from the railway station are easily available.

By Road: As New Tehri is well connected via roads, it’s easy to reach here via buses and taxis from places in Uttarakhand like Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Devprayag, Srinagar, Uttarkashi and more.