INTRODUCTION
If you live in Pune, you are likely to have at the very least heard of Lake Pawna, which is set in a picturesque setting and is even possible to camp beside the tranquil lake to enjoy a relaxing escape. Though it’s a human-made lake, the lake soon delights visitors with memorable experiences that leave you craving to go back.
Pawna lake theory
Pawna Lake is located just 2 hours away between Pune as well as Mumbai. this is situated on the Pawna river in the Maval taluka. It is around 40 kilometers from the border to Pimpri Chinchwad city. Its area is about 10 TMC. Construction began in 1963 and ended in 1972.
Pawna lake located
It is located at 1,329 meters ( 4,360 feet ) in length and 42.37 meters (139.0 feet ) high. Its gross storage is 0.24 kilometers ( 0.058 miles ). It is interesting that the backwaters from Pawna Dam formed a reservoir and later became known as Pawna Lake.
It is well-known for its camping areas because it is close in proximity to Lonavala and Lohagad which are both popular trek destinations. So, it’s not unusual for people to stay in their homes with family members near the peaceful water for the weekend.
GEOGRAPHY
The geographical position of Pawna Lake within its location in the Western Ghats. It is managed under the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation.
The reason this Pawna dam was constructed was to generate Hydroelectric energy and the supply of water. This plan, the Pawna Hydroelectric Plan and the Multipurpose plan are built on the Pawna dam and power is contributing to 1250 MW.
Distances
For all you travel enthusiasts out there, taking the journey from various regions, we’ve determined how long it will be to drive there to Pawna Lake.
COMING FROM Mumbai TO PAWNA LAKE
BY DUDHIWARE KHIND
In the case of using Dudhiware Khund, it’s about 105 kilometers. Beginning in Mumbai to Lonavala and then onwards to Bhangarwadi along the Dudhiware Khid to get to Pawar Lake.
BY KAMSHET
It’s about 120 km, if beginning from Mumbai and heading to Lonavla and then onwards Kamshet eventually arriving at Pawna Lake.
TRANSPORTING FROM PUNE to PAWNA LAKE
BY KAMSHET
It will take approximately 65km, beginning at Pune up until Pimpri Chinchwad, onward Kamshet before reaching Pawna Lake.
BY PAUD ROAD
It will take around 45 kilometers in the direction of Pune and heading to Paud in the transit Kolvan from there, and on to Jovan and onwards Thakursai and finally to Pawan Lake.
A LOT TO DO IN PAWNA LAKE
After we’ve identified the various methods to reach Pawna Lake, let us explore the many things you can do here!
- DUDHIWARE WATERFALL
- CAMPING
- PARAGLIDING
- TREKKING to LOHAGAD, OR VISAPUR
- TIKONA FORT
- DUDHIWARE WATERFALL
It is a two-tiered waterfall that reaches a top of 135 feet, which is an underlying rock structure.
While you take in the magnificent waterfall, you can experience the adrenaline rush of zip-lining, water rappelling valley crossings, zip-lining, etc.
The creeks in the area are at their most beautiful during the monsoon season. However, you cannot attempt water rappelling during the monsoon. At the moment streams and rivers are full and the plateaus release rainwater to create waterfalls on the cliffs.
- CAMPING
It is popularly known as Pawna Dam Reservoir is located 25 kilometers away from Lonavala and is becoming popular with travelers, mostly coming from Pune or Mumbai. It is regarded as the ideal weekend getaway and ideal to camp in, especially for those who reside between Pune or Mumbai.
If it’s an event for a college or corporate trip for a couple of days, tents can be observed around the lake. You can take in food and the company of others while relaxing on the lake. Live music, bonfire and games are ideal to relax your stress levels.
- PARAGLIDING
It’s the very first thing you should try in Pawna particularly for adventure-lovers. Paragliding offers views at The Pawna Dam, as you glide across the sunset over the horizon and feel as like an eagle. This is the experience that gives you the freedom is what you require to let go of the routine chains.
- TREKKING to LOHAGAD, OR VISAPUR
Mawal, Lonavla, is an abundance of beauty and forts. Lohagad Fort and Vispur fort are located in Lonavala. It is possible to go to Lohagad at any time throughout the all year. Lohagad fort is located near Vispur fort that is ideal to climb if you’ve had a chance to visit both forts.
Visapur fort
Visapur fort is larger and taller in elevation than Lohagad fort. It is a great place for novice climbers to start their trek up and running. Lohagad has fewer steps and less trekking. In contrast, Vispur fort is perfect for those who are into adventure.
- TIKONA FORT
Tikona is also called Vitangad is a prominent Hill fort located in Mawal. It is situated near Kamshet with a total of 37.7 kilometers, and is located near Lonavala. The hill is situated at 3,500 feet in a pyramid shape and the name translates to “Triangular”.
Famous
The fort is the most popular climb and is famous as having large doors as well as Temple of “Trimbakeshwar Mahadev” as well as seven water tanks, as well as Satvahan caves. The cave temple is the most frequented, thanks to an aqueduct for water. You must be careful walking through the entryway of the temple since the stairs are steep. In the end, the fort is spotless.
Pawna Lakeshore offers a variety of events, so make sure it includes ours as well. When you next visit Pawna make sure to give us a shout. Until, next time.
