Lakes in Delhi

Delhi is situated in the foothills of the Aravallis and this accounts for some of the natural and man built lakes near the vicinity of Delhi. These lakes near Delhi have become a major tourist attractions and most of them provide the facilities of water sports and adventure sports. The beautiful resorts near the lakes have made them a perfect picnic and hangout spots. Your charm for a perfect outing and water sporting can be fulfilled at the below mentioned lakes:

Bhalswa Lake
Bhalswa Lake was developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to provide relaxation to the visitors as well as to the residents. It is situated in the northeast part of Delhi city and consists of a sports and leisure complex inside its premises. One can take a ride in pedal boats, kayaks, canoes, and speed boats here.. Hovercraft and water scooters can also be rented at this lake.

Sohna Lake
Sohna Lake, located on the top of Aravallis, is one of the major tourist attraction in Delhi. The surroundings of the lake offer a picturesque natural beauty. There is also a hot spring near the lake. This hot spring having sulphur contained water accounts for the USP of this lake.

Dam Dama Lake


Dam Dama Lake is a popular picnic spot

and a famous lake in New Delhi encapsulated with facilities of Hot Air Ballooning, Para Sailing, kayaking, rock climbing, cycling, angling, trekking and camping. Damdama Lake fills a depression in the Aravalli hills which forms a striking backdrop to its placid waters.

Other popular lakes located near Delhi includes the Surajkund Lake and the Badhkal Lake.