Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary

Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected wildlife sanctuary near Roing in Lower Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh, covering about 281.5 sq km. Notified in 1980, it spans elevations from around 400 m to 3,568 m and encompasses dense tropical and temperate forests and the scenic Mehao Lake. It is notable for rich Eastern Himalayan biodiversity including hoolock gibbons, tigers, leopards, and diverse birds, and for trekking and nature tourism.

Visitors can expect dense evergreen and mixed forests on hilly terrain with trekking trails leading to Mehao Lake, a natural lake inside the sanctuary. The setting is remote and forested with opportunities for wildlife viewing, birdwatching and nature photography. Facilities are basic with forest rest houses, watch towers and guide assistance. Exploration is on foot along forest trails and around the lake area with guide support.