12 Best Picnic Spots Near Indore
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Just like the endless culinary options available to satiate your hunger, there are numerous picnic spots near Indore which are hard to resist after a long week at work. Being one of the cleanest cities in India, Indore has done a good job of preserving these places.

There are myriads of places you can head out to for a picnic fun, most of which are under 50 kilometers of radius from Indore city. Spending a day outdoors with your loved ones is a great way to unwind, especially if you’re in a dire need of a vacation, but in no position to take one. Revel in the natural wonder of beautiful waterfalls as they cascade down with a melodious roar.

Drown your troubles when you indulge in refreshing watersports that Hanuwantiya Island and Sailani Tapu offer. Spending a day with loved ones amidst nature is an ideal way to unwind and unplug. Feel the welcoming warmth of sunlight, sitting by a plummeting waterfall that roars in a melodious lullaby. Deepen your bonds with friends and family, sprawled on picnic mats under the cool shade of trees, sparking interesting conversations.

The famous Lotus Lake valley is one of the most frequented Indore picnic spots and is popular amongst vacationers. It is blanketed by Lotus flowers in the blooming season. The lush green hills of Janapav interest trekking enthusiasts with its diverse trails.

Most of the picnic spots near Indore such as Choral Dam, Sailani Tapu, and Hanuwantiya Islands bestow you with the abundance of water sports opportunities like boating and sailing. The city has various revered religious sites which impress those with an inclination towards spirituality.

Omkareshwar and Maheshwar are two of the twelve Jyotirlingas which are located near Indore and are widely worshiped. Endowed with boundless natural beauty, you will never run out of options when it comes to planning a family picnic.

Check here some of the best picnic spots near Indore:

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01

Patalpani Waterfall

The 300 feet high plummet is among those Indore picnic spots which can take your breath away. It is situated around 40 kilometers south-west of Indore city. The beauty of this place can cast a magical spell if witnessed just after the rainy season.

The fall swells in a series of cascades during monsoon and forms a glassy pool at the bottom which is believed to be intensely deep settled. This scenic waterfall is counted as one of the best waterfalls near Indore.

Activities: Trekking.

Location: Kekariya Dabri, Madhya Pradesh 453441

Opening Hours: 6 AM to 6 PM on all days of the week.  

Best Time to Visit: August to February, just after monsoon when the volume of water swells in the fall.

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Approximately 40 Km.

02

Lotus Lake

Locally famous as Kamal Talao, Lotus lake makes an enchanting sight for the picnickers. The valley is a visual delight for the sore eyes and it is advisable to go during or post-monsoon to see the valley peppered with blooming Lotus flower.

The forest surrounding the valley with bamboo grooves filtering the sun rays in a dramatic way impart a chance to click some amazing photographs. One of the picnic spots near Indore that command your attention for its extraordinary beauty.

Activities: Photography, Videography, off-road cycling.

Location: Gurda Khedi, Madhya Pradesh.

Best Time to Visit: During or post monsoon.

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Around 40 Km.

You can also have a look at these amazing picturesque places in Indore.

03

Hanuwantiya

One of the best Indore picnic spots for adventure tourism in the state is Hanuwantiya which is tucked away amid a group of islands called Madhya Dweep. Situated along the bank of Indira Sagar dam brims with nature and offers a range of watersports.

It is a hotspot during “Jal Mahotsav,” which magnetizes hordes of tourists every year. In fact, the annual and the largest water carnival “Jal Mahotsav” is organized by Madhya Pradesh tourism at Hanuwantiya.

Activities: Island hopping, village tours, banana boat, parasailing, cruising, camping.

Location: Tourist Complex Hanuwantiya, Near Purni Village, Khandwa Hanuwantiya, Mundi, Madhya Pradesh 450112

Opening hours: 8 AM to 8 PM on all days of the week.

Best Time to Visit: During Jal Mahotsav.

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Around 135 Km.

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04

Sailani Tapu

Overlooking the backwaters of Indira Dam, Sailani Island is another largest base for trying out the exciting water activities in Madhya Pradesh after Hanuwantiya.

Located in the Khandwa district near the Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga shrine, Sailani group of islands appears as a vast spell of green charm encompassing various electrifying recreational sports like activities such as speed boating, surfing, paddle boating and cruising

Activities: All sorts of boating, cruising, sailing, fishing, surfing, water-sailing etc.  

Location: Sailani, Madhya Pradesh.

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Around 79 Km.

05

Hatyari Khoh Waterfall

If you are someone who prefers a waterfall over a mall to spend the day then Hatyari Khoh calls you already. Out of the many Indore picnic spots, Hatyari Khoh is known for its therapeutic landscape and a plummeting stream.

Tucked away in  Dongarkada village near Indore, this unhindered beauty cascades from a hillock at a height of 600 feet, which requires a bit of labor from you in climbing and walking the 15 minutes long muddy path but is worth a sight.

Timings: 9 AM to 6 PM on all days of the week.

Location: Hatyari Khoh, Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year but the weather in winter season is pleasant.

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Around 30 Km.

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06

Mandu

The heritage city of Madhya Pradesh greets the visitors with ageless architectural wonders that are sure to stun anyone with their regal darwazas and tough walls hiding stories from the past.

You can find excellent specimens of Afghan architecture in Mandu.

Places to Visit: Jahaz Mahal, Rani Roopmati Pavilion, Hindola Mahal, Baz Bahadur Palace, Jami Masjid, Ashrafi Mahal, Champa Baoli and Hammam, and Jain temple.

Location: Mandav, Madhya Pradesh.

Best Time to Visit: The place can be really hot in summers, so winter month like November, December, January, February is the best time to visit Mandu.

Distance from Indore Bus Strand: Approximately 100 Km.

What to Do: Explore these beautiful places to visit in Mandu.

07

Choral Dam

Choral Dam has developed as one of the ideal picnic spots near Indore in the last couple of years. Being a dam, its original purpose was to provide water for drinking and irrigation in the region but the panoramic verdant landscape blessed with one of the tributaries of the much celebrated Chambal River has become people’s favorite.

People often escape the city heat to drive to this dam where one can enjoy all sorts of boating. You can also enjoy a short hike to the waterfall.

Activities: Speed and paddle boating, banana boat ride.

Location: Choral Dam, Madhya Pradesh.

Best Time to Visit: Post monsoon, October to March

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Approximately 50 Km.

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08

Omkareshwar

Out of the 12 Jyotirlingas in the world, Omkareshwar near Indore is one among those revered sites where devotees flock from all over India to worship. The grand Sabha Mandap of the temple is erected by 60 humongous stone pillars of 14 feet height.

The pillars have broad rings on each end and intricately carved forehead meditating figures. The five-storeyed temple has different deities on each floor and the river Narmada flows right next to the temple where pilgrims take bath and then enter the temple for praying with coconut and flowers.

Activities: River bath, pray and picnic.

Location: Shri Omkareshwar Temple Jyotirlinga, Omkareshwar Mandir Road, Mandhata, Madhya Pradesh 451115

Best Time to Visit: Shivaratri is the festival when one should come to pay a visit but it will be awfully crowded as well. So it is best visited throughout the year.  

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Around 80 Km.

What to Do: Interesting places to visit in Omkareshwar.

09

Taraniya

A tiny hamlet situated in the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh is around 37 kilometers away from the state capital Bhopal. As you visit the small village, you can vividly gaze at the endless mustard and paddy fields, and roam around the remote trails and temples.

Taraniya is a place which is loved by devotees for a large number of temples it houses such as Salkanpur Temple, Hanuman Mandir, Mata Mandir, Hanuman Mandir, Math Mandir, Shri Hanuman Mandir, Sharda Vidya Mandir, etc.  Sanjay Talkies, Lisa Talkies are few of the places in Taraniya which can keep you entertained.

Activities: Village walks and tour.  

Location: Taraniya, Madhya Pradesh.

Best Time to Visit: Visited throughout the year but anytime during the winter season will have pleasant weather.

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Around 85 Km.

10

Maheshwar

Since the 5th century, it has been a center of handloom weaving in Madhya Pradesh. Maheshwar and Omkareshwar are mostly toured together by the pilgrims as these are the two Jyotirlingas in Madhya Pradesh, and are also the most visited picnic spots near Indore.

Maheshwari is a historic town which is also praised for its timeless architectures.

Places to Visit: Narmada Ghat, Rajwada, Ahilya Bai Fort and Palace, Akhileshwar temple, and Ek Mutthi Datta Mandir.

Location: Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh 451224

Best Time to Visit: Shivaratri is the festival when one should come to pay a visit but it will be awfully crowded as well. So it is best visited throughout the year.

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Approximately 95 Km.

11

Kalakund

Kalakand is a lesser-known getaway which is also one of the offbeat picnic spots near Indore. After you are awestruck at the Patalpani waterfall, people often decide to not go further as there is no proper road that leads to Kalakand.

Nestled in the beautiful Vindhyachal mountain valley, a train journey to this quaint hill station is an adventure worth the effort. As the train chugs up the hill blowing its whistle, you will be stunned by the vistas throughout your journey.   

Activities: Trekking.

Location: Kalakand fall, Gunjara, Gungara, Madhya Pradesh.

Best Time to Visit:  August to February, just after monsoon when the volume of water swells in the fall.

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Approximately 42 Km.

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12

Janapav

Famous as Janapav Kuti, Janapav is a hill tucked away along the Mumbai-Indore highway at an elevation of 2890 feet above sea level. The forest-laden hill is the second highest peak in the Malwa region providing ample trekking opportunities to the adventure enthusiasts.

The place welcomes flocks of tourists during the fair after Diwali which is held on the day of Kartik Purnima, a full moon night. Out of the many Indore picnic spots, Janapav Kuti attracts not just the tourists but trekkers, wildlife enthusiasts, and bird watchers.

Activities: Trekking, photography, picnic.  

Location: Janapav Kuti, Madhya Pradesh.

Best Time to Visit: Kartik Purnima (full moon), after Diwali.  

Distance from Indore Bus Stand: Approximately 45 Km.

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