Location: Located amidst the Blue Mountains, Western Catchment is a place of boundless beauty in the Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is situated at a distance of 20 km from Ooty.
Description: The beautiful location is a heaven for nature lovers. The catchment offers magnificent views of Avalanche Lake surrounded by lush grasslands from all sides. The beauty of this place cannot be described in words; it can only be experienced. Tourists are not allowed to enter the area without taking permission from Forest Department, which is taking care of the entire western catchment area. The greenery of tropical forests amidst grassy meadows presents a green carpet look for welcoming the visitors. Besides being famous for its natural beauty, Western Catchment is also a habitat for animals like Nilgiri tahr, sambar and mongoose. The unmatched beauty of lake-like reservoirs surrounded by mountains will no doubt fascinate the visitors. The green hills and gushing streams make Western Catchment look more attractive.
Activities: For any nature lover, Western Catchment is one of the most wonderful places to enjoy natural beauty. Portimund Lake and Mukkurthi Park, located close to Western Catchment add charm to this location with the treasure of wildlife and avifauna.
