Vihar Lake Mumbai
About
One of Mumbai's three main water supply lakes nestled within the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The scenic lake surrounded by forested hills offers a taste of wilderness within the city limits.
Basic Information
Timings
Viewable from perimeter road
Entry Fee
Free (viewable from roads)
Best Time to Visit
July to March
Place Type
Nature
How to Reach
Located inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park area, accessible from Borivali or Powai
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Aarey JVLR (3.4 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Bhandup (2.8 km away) on the Central Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Vihar Lake
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Vihar Lake
History
Constructed in 1860 by the British to supply drinking water to the growing city of Bombay. Along with Tulsi Lake, it continues to supply a portion of Mumbai's water needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Viewable from perimeter road
Entry Fee
Free (viewable from roads)
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
July to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Supplies drinking water to Mumbai since 1860
The forest around it is home to leopards, deer, and monkeys
The lake road between Powai and SGNP is one of Mumbai's most scenic drives
The lake itself is restricted, but views from surrounding roads are beautiful
The Powai-Borivali road offers excellent vistas
Best during monsoon when the lake overflows
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