Jim Corbett National Park, located in the state of Uttarakhand in India, is not only known for its diverse wildlife but also for its natural beauty and historical significance. Here are some important places around Jim Corbett that you might find interesting:
The vast grasslands of Dhikala are known for their scenic beauty and are a prime location for wildlife sightings. Visitors can often see herds of deer, elephants, and other herbivores grazing in these open spaces.
Around Dhikala we have chaurs (Grassland) Which are the grazing ground for the resident wildlife and you can easily spot herds of elephants and deer around chaurs.
Chaur is a large grassland area within the Dhikala zone, where visitors can often spot herds of elephants, deer, and other herbivores. It's a prime location for wildlife sightings.
The watch tower situated at Dhikala is perfectly located and enable you to get an excellent view of wildlife which are come for grazing into the nearby chaurs, It also gives you an excellent view of the entire Ramganga riverbed as well as a large section of Dhikala Chaur. This watch tower is located at a 10-minute walk from Dhikala Forest Lodge. There is a man-made waterhole around fifty yards to the south of the watchtower makes it one of the best places to see Deer, elephants, and wild boar.
Located along the Ramganga River, Crocodile Point is a popular spot for observing crocodiles basking in the sun. The riverbanks here are frequented by various bird species as well.
Located near the Gairal Forest Rest house, the crocodile point is a terrace-like spot built over a pool having a large number of crocodiles as the permanent habitat. You can watch the crocodiles and their activity by standing on the terrace and looking down in the pool. This is an amazing feeling to watch such a dangerous creature of water so close.
This picturesque valley is surrounded by hills and dense forests. It is a haven for birdwatchers, and one can spot a variety of bird species in this region.
The Ramganga River flows through the Dhikala zone, and its banks are often frequented by wildlife. Crocodile Point, along the river, is a popular spot for observing crocodiles and other aquatic life.
This is a nature trail near Dhikala that allows visitors to explore the forest by 4X4 Gypsy or Open Jeep. It's an excellent way to experience the flora and fauna up close, and it offers a chance to spot various bird species. This jungle track extends from the base of the Dhikala watchtower to the Khinanauli rest house. This area probably has the maximum sighting of tigers. This is due to its ideal location between the hills on one side and the riverbed on the other. Most of the animals cross over in this area while moving down for water. Also located not far from this track and just a little distance up one of the streams crossing it, is the den of a tiger. Elephants are also frequent visitors to this track and it is important to be able to reverse your vehicle as easily as you drive it forward if you plan to drive down this way just before sunset in the summer months. A couple of Serpent Eagles also had their nest high up in a tree beside this track, in late 1999. If patience is one of your virtues, it can almost be guaranteed that this track will not send you back disappointed.
Jim Corbett Biography
