Local favourite dam · The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu

Pykara Dam

Pykara Dam is a dam in The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu. It is about 14 km by road from Ooty, and Pykara Lake Boat House (1 km) is the must-see nearby.

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Pykara Dam: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: usually quiet; mostly local visitors. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this dam: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Pykara Dam

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Crowd: Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

Typical week: Mon quiet · Tue quiet · Wed quiet · Thu quiet · Fri light · Sat light · Sun light.

Visiting Pykara Dam: timings and tips

Typical hours: Viewpoints and gardens are usually open from morning to sunset; dam crests and gates are often restricted. These are typical for lakes, dams & reservoirs in India; hours for this dam are not listed yet. If you know them, post an update.

  • Swimming is dangerous and usually not allowed.
  • Photography of dam structures may be restricted; follow the signs.
  • Water levels are highest after the monsoon (September–November).

How to reach Pykara Dam — distance from nearby cities

Coordinates: 11.46241, 76.60314. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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Frequently asked

What is the best time to visit Pykara Dam?

August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

What are the timings of Pykara Dam?

Hours for Pykara Dam are not published here. Typical for lakes, dams & reservoirs in India: Viewpoints and gardens are usually open from morning to sunset; dam crests and gates are often restricted. Check locally before a long trip, or see the latest visitor report on this page.

How far is Pykara Dam from Ooty?

Pykara Dam is about 14 km by road from Ooty (12 km straight line), 74 km from Kalpetta and 78 km from Coimbatore. Open the road-trip planner on Spotwander for turn-by-turn directions and stops on the way.

What are the places to visit near Pykara Dam?

Nearby: Pykara Lake Boat House (lake, 1 km), Pykara Waterfall (waterfall, 1 km), Pykara Lake (lake, 4 km), Tree Park (park, 6 km), Pine Forest Ooty (sanctuary, 8 km), Needle Rock View Point (viewpoint, 12 km).