Bhimtal is a small town 22 Kms from Nainital and is known as a lake resort. It was named after one of the Pandav brothers called Bhim and is the largest lake in the district of Nainital. Close enough to drive – six hours from Delhi, but far from being overrun by the holidaying hordes that cluster in Nainital, Bhimtal is a luxury taste of tranquility. Here the natural beauty is immense and peace is in abundance. It is located at an altitude of 1371 mts above sea level amongst the Kumaon hills and the Bhimtal lake is 1701 mts by 265 mts.

The main attraction in Bhimtal is its Lake and its surroundings. It the largest lake of the region and in the middle of the Lake there is an island where one can take a boat ride and have some nice local cuisine. Island provides panoramic view of Bhimtal lake and its surrounding hills. Travelers can also explore the surrounding forest on foot. You will also find a large Victorian dam on one side of the lake and flower gardens on the other. There is also a Folk Culture Museum in Bhimtal but it’s a private institution and possess some good collection of wooden artifacts, information on traditional rites, rituals and items of archeological importance.

Bhimtal is also famous for its various fruit based products like sauces, squashes, jams, etc. Depending on the season one can take the opportunity to indulge in soft adventure activities like rock climbing, rappelling, para-gliding, trekking, etc. All these activities are performed under guidance of professional / licensed people who will ensure both safety and fun. There are various other attractive places near Bhimtal like Sattal, Nainital, Naukuchiatal, Kausani, Mukteshwar, Ranikhet and Dhanchuli and temple of Bageshwar & Jageshwar where one can take day trips or stay overnight. All places are well connected with smooth road network and are a drive worth it.

Location
Bhimtal is located in the northern part of the state of Uttar Pradesh, in the northern region of India. It is located at an altitude of 1,371 m above sea level amongst the Kumaon hills. It is 23 km from Nainital. The weather in Bhimtal is alpine. Summers (April-June) are mild and winters are cold (November-February). It experiences southwestern monsoon rains in July-September.

Tourist Attraction
The main tourist attraction of this small hill station is its lake. It is one of the largest lakes in the district of Nainital. The lake offers scope for boating to the travelers. In the middle of the lake, there is a beautiful island with a restaurant. The island provides a panoramic view of the lake as well as its luxuriant surroundings.

Travelers can also explore the region around the lake and take a walk through the quiet forest surrounding the lake. There is a large Victorian dam at one end of the lake and terraced flower gardens can be found on either side. Bhimtal is also known for its lovely dappled paths, ravines festooned with dog rose and wild raspberry. Farmhouses are set among terraced fields and citrus trees laden with fruits. There is a Folk Culture Museum in Bhimtal, which is a private institution.