Deer Park Almora

Deer Park, also known as Mrig Vihar Zoo, is a wildlife sanctuary located approximately 3 kilometers from Almora town in Uttarakhand. Established in the late 1970s, it serves as a breeding facility and conservation area for various Himalayan species. The park is surrounded by lush pine and oak forests, offering visitors a serene environment to observe animals such as spotted deer, leopards, and Himalayan black bears in a naturalistic setting.

Visitors can expect a tranquil walk through forested paths surrounded by tall pine and oak trees. The park houses a variety of wildlife including different species of deer, leopards, and occasionally Himalayan black bears. It provides opportunities for nature walks and wildlife spotting in a peaceful hill station environment. The area is relatively small and can be explored on foot via designated trails.

Mrig Vihar Zoo was established in 1978 as a conservation and breeding facility for Himalayan wildlife species.

The park serves as an important educational and conservation site for local Himalayan fauna, contributing to the preservation of endangered species in the Kumaon region.