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Ooty Lake & Boating

Pedal and row boats on a century-old lake

Best timeMorning or late afternoon
Time needed1 hour
EntryBoating tickets are extra unless stated in your itinerary
Ooty Lake

About Ooty Lake & Boating

Ooty Lake is an artificial lake created in 1824 by John Sullivan, the Collector of Coimbatore. It stretches for over a kilometre along the town and is lined with eucalyptus trees.

The boat house offers pedal boats, row boats and motor boats, and there are small stalls, a mini train for children and horse rides along the edge.

What to see and do

  • Pedal, row and motor boats
  • Eucalyptus-lined walk around the lake
  • Snacks and shopping stalls

Good to know

  • Boating queues are shortest in the morning
  • Life jackets are provided
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