Lakes
Mansar Lake
A serene lake fringed by forested hills, about 60 km from Jammu, with boating and lakeside shrines.
Places to Visit Near Katra & Jammu
Cave shrines, hill stations, lakes, forts and palaces within a day's reach of Katra — from Shiv Khori and Patnitop to the temples of Jammu.
Lakes
Surinsar Lake
A small, tranquil lake in the hills near Jammu — the twin of Mansar, and part of the same Ramsar wetland site.
Planning day trips
- Hire a taxi for the day from Katra or Jammu, and agree the route, stops and waiting time in advance. See the taxi directory.
- Hill roads are slow. Distances in kilometres understate travel times.
- Hill stations like Patnitop can get heavy snow in winter, which can close roads.