Baglihar Dam - A Modern Engineering Marvel near Patnitop

Patnitop, Jammu and KashmirATTRACTION

A massive hydroelectric dam on the Chenab River, offering impressive views of its large reservoir and the surrounding mountainous landscape.

iHighlights

Info

ATTRACTION

Info

30 minutes

Accessibility

Not Wheelchair Friendly

Parking

No Parking

Photography

No Photography

About the Destination

Overview

The Baglihar Dam is a massive run-of-the-river power project built on the Chenab River. For visitors, it's a spectacle of modern engineering set against a dramatic backdrop of rugged mountains. The main feature is the huge concrete gravity dam that holds back the river, creating a large, deep blue reservoir. The sheer scale of the structure is impressive, especially when viewed from the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway which runs nearby.

Discover Events in Patnitop

Explore upcoming events, concerts, expos and experiences near you

Loading events...

Location & Address

Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH44), Chanderkote, Ramban District, Patnitop, Jammu and Kashmir, India

View on map

Best Time to Visit

The ideal time to visit is from April to June and again from September to November. During these months, the weather is pleasant with clear skies, offering unobstructed views of the dam and the mountains. The post-monsoon months of September and October are particularly good as the reservoir is full. Avoid the monsoon season (July-August) due to the risk of landslides on the highway, and the winter months (December-February) when it can be extremely cold.
Peak Crowd: May-June, and on long weekends, when tourist traffic on the highway is highest.
Moderate Crowd: March-April, September-October, during weekdays.
Low Crowd: July-August (monsoon) and December-February (winter).

How to Reach

Air

The nearest airport is Jammu Airport (IXJ), approximately 125 km away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi for a 3-4 hour drive to the dam site.

Train

The nearest major railway station is Jammu Tawi (JAT), located about 120 km away. It is well-connected to major cities in India. Taxis and buses are available from the station for the onward journey.

Road

The dam is situated directly on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH44), making it easily accessible by road. It's approximately a 3-4 hour drive from Jammu and about a 5-6 hour drive from Srinagar.

Local Transport

Local transport options include hiring a private taxi from Patnitop, Ramban, or Jammu. Shared taxis also operate on this route. State transport buses running along the highway can also be used to reach Chanderkote, near the dam.