Ooty Lake
ஊட்டி ஏரி
A man-made lake built in 1824, with pedal boats, rowboats and motorboats for hire, plus a toy train and amusement park along the shore.
Ooty Lake was dug out by John Sullivan, the first Collector of the district. It stretches about 2.5 km, ringed by eucalyptus trees. Boathouses on the eastern side rent pedal boats, rowboats and motorboats, priced by the half hour. There are also horse rides, a children's toy train and snack stalls, making it the most popular spot for families. The lake water is polluted, so swimming is not advised. The railway station and central bus stand are both within walking distance.
Opening hours
About 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Nilgiri Mountain Railway
- St. Stephen's Church, Ooty
- Government Rose Garden, Ooty
- Government Botanical Garden, Ooty
- Ketti Valley View Point
- Tea Factory & Tea Museum, Ooty
- Pine Forest, Ooty
- Doddabetta Peak