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Nature and Short Drives from Bhopal
Discover Van Vihar, dams, wildlife areas and seasonal nature stops around Bhopal.
Plan well
How to use this collection
Nature pages around Bhopal are strongly seasonal. Monsoon and the cooler months usually offer better scenery, but visitors should always respect restricted dam areas and protected landscapes.
All places
Nature guides
About 30 km from BhopalKark Rekha (Tropic of Cancer)
Kark Rekha is a marked Tropic of Cancer crossing and a popular short stop on the Bhopal-Sanchi road.
Beside Upper LakeVan Vihar National Park
Van Vihar is a green wildlife and birding escape beside Upper Lake, useful for families and nature walks.
On Bhopal outskirtsKerwa Dam
Kerwa Dam is a quiet nature and picnic escape on the edge of Bhopal.
Bhopal outskirtsKaliyasot Dam
Kaliyasot Dam is a local outdoor stop for views, fresh air and short drives from Bhopal.
Near Bhopal-Vidisha routeHalali Dam
Halali Dam is a nature and water-view outing that fits Bhopal's short-drive and monsoon-season discovery searches.
Near BhopalKolar Dam
Kolar Dam is a nature and reservoir outing for visitors exploring dams and short drives around Bhopal.
Near BhopalMahadev Pani
Mahadev Pani is a monsoon-season nature and waterfall-style outing near Bhopal.
Near BhopalRatapani Wildlife Sanctuary
Ratapani is a forest and wildlife landscape near Bhopal, useful for nature, jungle-camp and day-trip searches.
Before you go
Planning checklist
- Travel in daylight.
- Carry water and sun protection.
- Check weather and access before remote drives.