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Benog Wildlife Sanctuary

Forested sanctuary area west of Mussoorie with birdlife and walking routes.
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01 — The story

The story

Leave the busy hill-station strip for a quieter forest walk and mountain air.

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02 — About

About Benog Wildlife Sanctuary

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We’re still writing about Benog Wildlife Sanctuary: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

03 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Best season
Spring; autumn
Time of day
Morning
Crowds
Low to moderate

Time and effort

Moderate

Time needed
Half day
Trek duration
Half day

Tickets and permits

Parking
Limited trailhead parking
Permits
Verify entry rules, route and closures with forest staff

On the ground

Local food
Mussoorie / Garhwali food
Access
Road to trail access; route condition varies
Families
Best for walkers; assess fitness
Mobile network
Variable

Stay safe

Carry water, avoid solo off-trail walking and check weather/forest restrictions.

Where it is

Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Near Mussoorie

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