What to expect
Emerald Lake
A quiet lake in the Shevaroy Hills near Yercaud, ringed by coffee estates and adjacent to the Deer Park. Much less crowded than the main Yercaud Lake, it is a scenic stop on the Yercaud sightseeing circuit.
Practical guide
Plan Emerald Lake
Typedam
Nearest baseYercaud
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree, forest checkpost may apply (indicative — confirm on site)
Nearest town/baseYercaud
DistrictSalem
Place typedam
Time neededAbout an hour.
A quiet lake in the Shevaroy Hills near Yercaud, ringed by coffee estates and adjacent to the Deer Park. Much less crowded than the main Yercaud Lake, it is a scenic stop on the Yercaud sightseeing circuit.
Emerald Lake is planned from Yercaud, one of the travel bases in Salem district. Use Yercaud for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Emerald Lake — at a glance
TimingsOpen daylight hours
Best timeApr-Jun and Sep-Nov; avoid heavy monsoon Jul-Aug
Entry: Free, forest checkpost may apply (indicative — confirm on site)
Getting here
How to reach Emerald Lake
Nearest railway: Udagamandalam (UAM), ~25 km; nearest airport: Coimbatore (CJB) ~112 km
Roads are narrow and can be foggy; drive carefully
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Yercaud or nearby in Salem, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Emerald Lake — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Emerald Lake?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Emerald Lake?
Entry: Free, forest checkpost may apply (indicative — confirm on site). Timings: Open daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Emerald Lake?
Base yourself in Yercaud or nearby in Salem, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Emerald Lake?
About an hour.
What else is near Emerald Lake?
Nearby you can pair Botanical Garden and Rose Garden (340 m), Servaroyan Temple (750 m), Yercaud Lake (890 m), Anna Park (900 m).
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Image credits
- Emerald Lake:AmirthaJawaharlal · CC BY-SA 4.0