Kempty Falls Mussoorie: Timings, Entry Fee, Location, Activities FAQ.

Kempty Falls is a popular tourist spot in Mussoorie, located on the Dehradun-Mussoorie route in the Ram Gaon area of Tehri Garhwal. It’s a great place for picnics. The falls are surrounded by tall cliffs and are situated at an elevation of about 4500 feet above sea level. There’s a pool at the bottom of the falls, making it an amazing spot for swimming and bathing.

Kempty Falls got its name because people used to have fancy tea parties here in the evenings, combining “camp and tea.  A person John Mekinan played a crucial role in turning it into a popular picnic spot because he liked the beautiful surroundings. The waterfall gives a stunning view of water flowing down from a high place, splitting into two parts. Many tourists love to visit Kempty Falls for picnics, and it’s always busy with visitors all year round.

Timings and entry fee

Timings: Kempty Falls is open to visitors daily from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Entry Fee: There is no entry fee to access the captivating beauty of Kempty Falls.

Quick facts about Kempty Falls

• Entry fee: Free entry
• Timings: 6:00AM to 6:00PM daily
• Exploring time: 1-2 Hours
• Activities : Bathing, Ropeway

What one can do within Kempty Falls?

• Take a refreshing bath under the waterfall.
• Take pleasure in boating activities at the adjacent man-made pond
• Kempty Falls is a well-known picnic spot offering various recreational activities.
• To reach the second falls from the first main Kempty Falls, take a 5-10 minute walk from the main road to access the first waterfall.
• Subsequently, continue the journey further inland to reach the second falls.

Ropeway in Kempty Falls

A great way to explore the area around Kempty Falls is by taking the ropeway. It’s a bit thrilling and precarious, but it offers a beautiful ride over green mountains with panoramic views of water bodies. The cost for this experience is ₹80. I strongly recommend taking a ropeway ride for a high-up view of the Dehradun-Mussoorie trail.

Best time to visit Kempty Falls

The best time to go to Kempty Falls is during the summer season, specifically from March to June, when the weather is conducive to outdoor activities. It is advisable to refrain from visiting during the monsoon season due to the substantial increase in water flow.

Traveler tips

• Exercise caution and avoid visiting during the monsoon season due to the heightened water flow.
• Plan ahead and bring an additional set of clothes if you plan to immerse yourself in the falls.
• It is recommended to commence your journey from Kempty to Mussoorie before sunset, as the narrow and winding roads become challenging to navigate in the dark.
• Prepared to walk because vehicles are only allowed up to a certain point.

How to reach Kempty Falls

Address – Kempty falls, Lakhwad, Kempty, Mussoorie, Ram Gaon, Uttarakhand 248179, India

Latitude – 30.4878° N, Longitude – 78.0367° E

Kempty Falls is located in Ram Gaon, approximately 15 km from the renowned hill station Mussoorie and 45 km from Dehradun .You can easily reach there by taking a tourist bus from Mussoorie bus stand, a taxi directly to the falls, or using tourist cabs. Keep in mind that vehicles are only allowed up to a certain point, so you’ll need to finish the rest of the journey on foot.

The closest bus stand to Kempty Falls is in Mussoorie, situated at a distance of 15 kilometers. The nearest railway station is in Dehradun, approximately 49 kilometers away. For air travel, the closest airport is Jolly Grant Airport, located at a distance of 76 kilometers from Kempty Falls.