New Tehri was built to replace old Tehri, which was submerged by the dam. The huge reservoir supports water sports and lakeside stays. It is about 75-80 km from Rishikesh by road and works as a day trip or a night stop.
About this page: Compiled from general knowledge and secondary sources. Distances and times are approximate and were not checked against an official page. Confirm road, permit and opening status before you travel.
Things to see
- Tehri Dam and reservoir. Viewpoints near the dam. Photography and entry rules apply; check on site.
- Water sports and boating. Run by licensed operators on the reservoir. Season and availability vary.
- Surkanda Devi (nearby). Hilltop temple on the Dhanaulti side, reached by a short climb.
How to reach New Tehri and Tehri Lake
By road
About 75-80 km from Rishikesh via Narendra Nagar and Chamba, about 2.5-3 hours; allow extra for mountain roads.
By rail
Rishikesh or Dehradun are the railheads.
By air
Jolly Grant Airport, then road.
Where to stay
Lakeside resorts and hotels in New Tehri and Koti Colony; camps on the shore in season.
Food
Hotel restaurants and dhabas; limited choice outside the town.
Budget
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Season and weather
Winters are cold; monsoon rains cause landslides on connecting roads.
Tips
- Confirm water-sport operations before you travel; reservoir levels vary through the year.
- Combine with Kanatal or Dhanaulti for a hill-station add-on.
Plan around New Tehri and Tehri Lake
Itineraries that include it
- Tehri Lake day trip from Rishikesh (1 day)
- Kanatal and Tehri Lake (2 days)
- Rishikesh, Devprayag and Tehri (3 days)
- Garhwal exploration in a week (7 days)
Treks in the same district
- Nag Tibba (easy, 2 days)
Map
Approximate location at town level. Use an official or navigation map for exact directions.
Frequently asked questions
Can I visit Tehri Lake as a day trip from Rishikesh?
Yes, but the drive is long (2.5-3 hours each way), so an overnight stay is more relaxed.
Sources and verification
Last reviewed 2026-10-25. Prices, opening dates, road status and permits change often. Confirm with an official source before you travel.