Ranikhet from Almora | Kumaon Hill Station Day Trip Guide
Ranikhet | The Untouched Military Hill Station
1869 mein British ne Ranikhet ko Kumaon Regiment ke summer headquarters banaya. Ab bhi army cantonment hone ke kaaran Ranikhet ko commercial exploitation se bacha rahe. 1,829 m elevation par picturesque pine forests aur Himalayan views.
Distance from Almora
- Distance | 50 km
- Drive time | 2 hours
- Route | NH-87 via Majhkhali
- Road condition | Good, recently repaired
Top Attractions
1. Kumaon Regiment Centre (KRC)
1857 established, India's oldest regiment. Visitors welcome at regimental museum (9 AM - 5 PM, closed Mondays). Uniforms, war trophies, 1857 to Kargil history.
2. Chaubatia Apple Gardens
600 acres, 10 km from Ranikhet. Apricot + peach + plum + apple varieties. Government horticulture research station. Entry Rs 20. Best Mar-Apr (blossoms) or Aug-Oct (harvest).
3. Ranikhet Golf Course
Asia's highest 9-hole golf course (1,824 m). British-era 1869 construction. Non-members pay Rs 800-1,500 for day play. Caddies available.
4. Jhula Devi Temple
700-year-old shrine. Bells covering the walls | devotees tie bell after wish fulfillment. Goddess of wish fulfillment (Manokamna Purn).
5. Bhalu Dam
3 km artificial reservoir. Walking track, picnic spot, birdwatching.
6. Majhkhali Scenic Point
Halfway between Almora and Ranikhet. Himalayan panorama + KRC barracks visible.
Photography Spots
- Majhkhali viewpoint (sunrise)
- Jhula Devi bell-wall composition
- Chaubatia blossoms (Mar-Apr)
- Regimental parade ground (with permission)
- Golf course 9th hole (ocean of pines)
Food & Rest Stops
- Moon Hotel Restaurant | Mall Road, Pahadi thali Rs 200.
- Cafe Gypsy Tribes | Modern cafe, pasta Rs 350.
- Ranikhet Mess (KRC authorized) | For veterans with ID.
- Chaubatia Cafe | Fresh apple juice Rs 50, pakoras Rs 80.
Where to Stay (If Extending)
- Ranikhet Club | Heritage colonial Rs 5K-10K.
- Holm Farm Heritage Retreat | Rs 7K-14K. Former British cottage.
- West View Hotel | Rs 3K-6K.
- KMVN Ranikhet | Rs 2K-4K budget.
Best Day Trip Itinerary
- 7 AM: Leave Almora.
- 8:30 AM: Majhkhali scenic stop.
- 9:30 AM: Kumaon Regiment Museum.
- 11 AM: Chaubatia Apple Gardens.
- 1 PM: Lunch at Moon Restaurant.
- 2:30 PM: Jhula Devi Temple.
- 4 PM: Bhalu Dam walk.
- 5 PM: Return to Almora.
Combine With
Ranikhet + Nainital (60 km) 3-day trip works well. Haldwani convenient railhead.
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