About Pachmarhi Lake
Pachmarhi Lake is an artificial lake located in Pachmarhi, the only hill station of Madhya Pradesh in Narmadapuram district within the Satpura Range. Developed by Madhya Pradesh Tourism, it lies close to Pachmarhi market and bus stand. Surrounded by forested hills, the lake is a popular recreational spot offering boating and adventure activities. It serves as a leisure hub for families and tourists exploring Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve and nearby natural attractions.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small artificial lake surrounded by forested hills and landscaped banks near the centre of Pachmarhi town. The site offers pedal and row boating on calm waters, along with water zorbing and zip-line activities. There are paved pathways, seating areas and food stalls around the lake for leisurely walks, photography and picnicking with views of the surrounding Satpura hills.
Key highlights
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Artificial lake developed for tourism in the Satpura hill station of Pachmarhi
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Pedal boating and row boating on calm waters
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Water zorbing and zip-line adventure activities
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Scenic forested surroundings and landscaped promenade for walks and photography
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Easily accessible location close to Pachmarhi market and bus stand
History of Pachmarhi Lake
Pachmarhi Lake is an artificial lake created by Madhya Pradesh Tourism to provide recreational facilities in Pachmarhi, the only hill station of Madhya Pradesh situated in the Satpura Range and Satpura Biosphere Reserve. It was developed as part of tourism infrastructure to complement the natural attractions of Pachmarhi.
Culture & Context
The lake serves as a central recreational and picnic destination for tourists visiting Pachmarhi hill station, contributing to the town's leisure tourism identity within the Satpura region.
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Raja Bhoj Airport, Bhopal (approx. 195 km) and Jabalpur Airport (approx. 245 km), with onward road journey to Pachmarhi |
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