Pawna Lakeपवना तलाव
Maharashtra’s best-known lakeside camping spot, ringed by three forts.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWherePune, Maharashtra
Pune Ghats
Pune Ghats
Best time to visit1 October to 15 March
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyEasy
Time neededOvernight
Base and nearbyKevre / Thakursai, Lonavala
EntryCamping ₹800-1500 per head
About Pawna Lake
The most popular lakeside camping spot in Maharashtra, ringed by Tikona, Tung and Lohagad. Dozens of operators run tents along the shore with dinner and a bonfire. Book ahead for weekends, and pick an operator carefully, quality varies enormously.
What to see and do
- Lakeside tent camping and bonfires
- Tikona, Tung and Lohagad all visible
- Kayaking and lakeside sunrise
- Very crowded on weekends, go midweek
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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