Location and basics
Where it is, which district and state, and what the name refers to.
- Which state? Haryana — which state the lake is in
- Which district? Gurugram — which district the lake is in
- Exact address and pin code: address details
- Map and directions: the map and location page
- What the name means: the name's origin
Visiting practicalities
The questions that decide whether your day works.
- Opening hours: opening hours guidance
- Charges: charges and tickets
- Getting there: the access and transport guide
- Nearest fuel: nearest petrol pump to Damdama Lake
- Food: restaurants near Damdama Lake
- Stays: where to stay near Damdama Lake
About the lake itself
Physical facts, and where they are uncertain we say so.
- How big is it? Damdama Lake size and area
- How deep? how deep the lake is
- Where does the water come from? the hydrology page
- Is there a dam? the structure that holds the water
- Who built it? who built Damdama Lake
- History: how the lake came to be
Experience questions
Whether it will suit you, honestly assessed.
- Is it worth it? is Damdama Lake worth visiting
- What do visitors say? review themes
- Pros and cons: Damdama Lake pros and cons
- First visit tips: what to know before your first visit
- Why it is famous: what made the lake popular
Damdama Lake on the map
Damdama Lake sits near Damdama village off the Sohna–Alwar corridor in Gurugram district, Haryana. Open a live map search before you leave so you can follow current road conditions.
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Map searches reflect live data. We do not publish unverified coordinates — see our note on coordinates and the location guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is boating available at Damdama Lake right now?
Water activities have been offered and suspended at different times depending on water level and permissions. Confirm locally on the day of your visit; never assume from an old blog post or video.
Is Damdama Lake safe for families with children?
Yes with supervision. Banks can be soft and there are no lifeguards, so keep children away from the immediate edge and out of the water.
Can I swim in the lake?
Swimming is not advisable and is generally not permitted. Depth and bed conditions are unpredictable.
How far is it from Delhi?
It is a Delhi-NCR day trip via Gurugram and Sohna. Travel time varies depending on traffic, route and starting point — see the route pages such as Saket to Damdama Lake and travelling from IGI Airport.
Is there an entry ticket?
Charges depend on which part of the area you use and who operates it. what it costs to visit explains the situation without inventing a figure.
What is the best month to visit?
October to March, with November and February particularly good — see best time to visit Damdama Lake.
Is there a metro station nearby?
No station at the lake. The nearest practical option plus a taxi is covered in the metro access page.
Can we visit at night?
No. Plan a daytime visit and leave before dark; the approach roads are not suited to night driving.
Related Damdama Lake guides
These guides cover the next questions most visitors ask after reading this page:
- things to do at Damdama LakeWalks, birdwatching, picnics, photography and realistic day-trip ideas.
- getting to Damdama LakeDriving routes, the Sohna corridor, rail and metro combinations and taxi advice.
- when the lake is openDaylight-hours visiting, seasonal differences and the best hours to arrive.
- Damdama Lake entry feeWhy charges vary, what to budget for, and how to avoid overpaying.
- best time to visit Damdama LakeWinter for birds and comfort, monsoon for water, and the hours that matter.
- our itinerary guideHalf-day, full-day and weekend itineraries with a packing list and timing advice.
- the facts pageEstablished facts, disputed claims, and how to tell them apart.
- a short point-wise summaryTen clear points for revision, presentations or a fast answer.
- quick traveller factsEverything a visitor needs on one screen, with links for the detail.
- the honest verdictA candid verdict by visitor type, and the conditions that decide it.
- practice questionsPractice questions with answers and notes on what examiners expect.
- an overview for childrenWhat the lake is, how it was made and the birds that visit — in plain words.
Ready to plan your Damdama Lake day out?
Still planning? The trip planner turns these answers into a schedule.