Lonavala Tourism | Hill station

Lonavala, the most visited hill station in Maharashtra and the place to go during monsoons, is located in the Sahyadri range of the Western Ghats, close to Pune and Mumbai. It is a popular camping, trekking, and other adventure sports site due to the abundance of waterfalls, lakes, and hills in the area.

 It is a must-see for nature lovers, as it is surrounded by deep forests, waterfalls, and a dam alongside lakes. Lonavala is one of the twin hill stations of Lonavala and Khandala, and is located at an elevation of 624 metres above sea level (these two can be easily visited together). Bhaja caverns, Bushi dam, Karla caves, Rajmachi fort are among the main tourist sites in Lonavala.

For people who are going to Lonavala for the first time, it is best suggested to go here during the monsoon. If not in monsoon, you can go here in the winter but preferably not in summer. This is one of the best hill stations in the Maharashtra state and there are millions of people who come here every year.

If you are going in winter, then December to February is the best time to go camping. You can enjoy camping when there is a hint of coldness but the weather is dry and perfect.

If you are going to the monsoon, then the time between June to September is the best time. But due to heavy rainfall, some camps close in Lonavala. You can enjoy the rain and if you don’t mind getting a little wet.

Best Spots For Camping In Lonavala

Here are some of the best spots for camping in Lonavala. These spots make sure that all the travelers are well connected with nature and its enigma!

1. Pawna Lake Camping
2. Lohagad Camping
3. Karnal Camping
4. Vasind Camping
5. Camping In Khandala
6. Camping Near Shirota Lake

Pawna Lake Camping

This is the most famous camping location and it is 25km away from Lonavala. It is a lakeside camping spot and you can get a mesmerizing Pawna Lake and the Tung fort view. The service here is amazing and the location is safe to camp too. From solo travelers to family, everyone is welcomed here. There are a lot of people who come here in large numbers just to sit by the bonfire and make new friends on this camping trip.

Lohagad Camping

If you are in Maharashtra, you should know about Lohagad Fort and the trekking here. It is one of the most renowned places to trek and is heavily crowded. Since ages, it has been able to preserve its charm and prominence and it is one of the best places to start your trekking journey. This camp is nestled on the base and the trek starts at the base. You can also have a barbecue dinner with a campfire session when the trek is complete.

 Karnal Camping

Well, this is a little bit away from the Mumbai site and it has a lot of beautiful sights for the travel lovers and peace seekers. You can camp here with your friends or go for a date here. The experience you can have here will be truly memorable and additional to the beautiful sights, it can be a fun-filled music night with a fresh stargazing experience.

Vasind camping

When you are just fed up with the city crowd and you just want to get out of it, then you can go for a camping trip to Vasind. This is a great destination so that you can reconnect with yourself back again. Also you can do some sports early in the morning and try a few adventure sports in the refreshing water of the Bhatsai river.

Camping in khandala

So Khandala is the downtown place and Lonavala is further up. You can camp in Tiger Valley or Canyon Valley. It is known for providing that disconnect you want from city life and you are right in the lap of nature. You can be surrounded by a lot of trees and waterfalls. It is a great place to de-stress yourself and camp here for a day or so. Get lost in the beauty it offers and return with a refreshed mind.

Thus, camping in Lonavala is complete fun if you take all the measures and steps to make it memorable. This place is a major stress buster and you will have a lot of things to explore. If you are free this weekend, don’t miss this opportunity to camp in Lonavala. Or if you are planning for a vacation in Maharashtra, do add this in your itinerary!