A beautiful star-shaped freshwater lake surrounded by pine trees and walking trails, Kodaikanal Lake is the heart of the hill station and a favorite destination for boating and photography.
Kodaikanal Lake is a man-made, star-shaped freshwater lake located in the center of Kodaikanal, one of Tamil Nadu's most popular hill stations. Created in 1863 by Sir Vere Henry Levinge, the lake spans approximately 24 hectares (60 acres) and is encircled by a scenic 5 km pathway ideal for walking, cycling, and horse riding. The lake offers boating, pedal boats, rowing boats, horse rides, cycling rentals, and picturesque viewpoints. Surrounded by eucalyptus trees, pine forests, cafés, and gardens, it is one of the most sought-after destinations for travel photography, pre-wedding shoots, family outings, and film productions. The misty atmosphere and cool climate make it attractive throughout the year.
Nearest landmark
Kodaikanal Boat Club
Nearest airport
Madurai Airport (IXM) — 135.0 km
Parking
Yes
Full address
Kodaikanal Lake, Lake Road, Kodaikanal, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu 624101, India
Entry timings
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Open days
Monday - Sunday
Closed on
Open all days
Drone policy
Drone use is not permitted, or requires prior clearance — check with the owner before planning a shoot with a drone.
Permission requirements
Permission is required for shoots at this location. See the process below.
Permission process
Commercial drone filming requires: DGCA authorization District Administration approval Permission from TTDC or relevant local authorities Drone flying over crowded tourist areas without authorization is prohibited.
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