Charlotte Lake, Matheranशार्लोट तलाव
Matheran’s lake, a quiet red-earth walk from the market.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereRaigad, Maharashtra
Konkan & Raigad
Konkan & Raigad
Kind of placeLakes & Dams, Hill Stations
Best time to visit15 July to 31 January
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyEasy
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyMatheran, Neral
EntryMatheran entry ₹50
About Charlotte Lake, Matheran
Matheran’s main water source, a short walk from the market through red-earth forest paths. In the monsoon it overflows into a small waterfall; in winter it is simply the quietest corner of a busy hill station.
What to see and do
- Monsoon overflow waterfall
- Louisa Point and Echo Point close by
- Pisarnath temple beside the lake
- Vehicle-free forest walk to reach it
Part of Sahyadri (Western Ghats).
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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