Uttarakhand Forest Rest House Booking Guide (2026 Edition)

Uttarakhand features a rich, protected green landscape spanning 34,650.56 square kilometers, covering approximately 64.8% of its total geographical territory. This dynamic wilderness encompasses 6 National Parks, 7 Wildlife Sanctuaries, and 4 Conservation Reserves. Notably, the Corbett Tiger Reserve boasts the highest tiger population density in the world. For travelers looking to experience this ecosystem first-hand, staying at an official Government Forest Rest House (FRH) offers unparalleled access to nature. If core zone permits are full, premium perimeter eco-resorts like Vanya River Lodge provide an excellent alternative, offering seamless pick-up and drop options for daily safaris.

Uttarakhand is home to nearly 4,048 species of angiosperms and gymnosperms, of which around 116 are endemic and 161 are classified as rare or threatened by the IUCN. The state's faunal diversity includes 102 species of mammals, 710 species of birds, 124 species of fish, 69 species of reptiles and 19 species of amphibians. Endangered species such as the snow leopard, musk deer, Asiatic elephant, cheer pheasant and king cobra all find habitat here. The Musk Deer is the state animal and the Monal is the state bird.

📋 Official Permit & Reservation Protocols

To check availability or book an FRH stay, contact the office of the respectiveDFO (Divisional Forest Officer) office for that district. Visitors can also email corbettpark@gmail.com or call +91 9719251197 for expert help with itinerary planning, routing, and booking confirmations.

District-wise Forest Rest House List in Uttarakhand

Forest Rest Houses-Haridwar (1)
-Rasiyabad Forest Rest House
Forest Rest Houses-Tehri (4)
- Muni-ki-Reti Forest Rest House
- Magra Forest Rest House
- Devalsari Forest Rest House
- Dhanaulti Forest Rest House
Forest Rest Houses-Dehradun (8)
- Timli Forest Rest House
- Rampur Mandi
- Kadwapani Forest Rest House
- Lachchiwala Forest Rest House
- Thano Forest Division
- Kanasar Forest Rest House
- Budher Forest Rest House
- Deoban Forest Rest House
Forest Rest Houses-Nainital (10)
- Ramnagar Forest Rest House
- Sitabani Forest Rest House
- Pawalgarh Forest Rest House
- Chunakhan Forest Rest House
- Ransali Forest Rest House
- Chorgallia Forest Rest house
- Kilbury Forest Division
- Vinayak
- Kunjakharak Forest Rest House
- Maheshkhan Forest Rest House
Forest Rest Houses-Almora (06)
- Soni Forest Rest House
- Kalika Forest Rest House
- Sheetlakhet Forest Rest House
- Dhauladevi Forest Rest House
- Jageshwar Forest Rest House
- Binsar Forest Rest House
Forest Rest Houses-Pithoragarh(4)
- Askot Forest Rest House
- Berinag Forest Rest House
- Thalkedar Forest Rest House
- Munsyari Forest Rest House
Forest Rest Houses-Bageshwar(2)
- Kausani Forest Rest House
- Wajula Forest Rest House
Forest Rest Houses-Champawat(3)
- Dhunaghat Forest Rest House
- Rameshwar Forest Rest House
- Tanakpur Forest Rest House
Forest Rest Houses-Uttarkashi(10)
- Naugaon Forest Rest House
- Barkot Forest Rest House
- Janki Chatti Forest Rest House
- Jarmola Forest Rest House
- Sandra Forest Rest House
- Dodital Forest Rest House
- Bhatwari Forest Rest House
- Harsil forest Rest House
- Bhaironghati Forest Rest house
- Gangotri Forest Rest House
Forest Rest Houses-Chamoli(06)
- Mohankhal Forest Rest House
- Siropani Forest Rest House
- Birahi Forest Rest House
- Joshimath Forest Rest House
- Dewal Forest Rest House
- Gwaldam Forest Rest House
Forest Rest Houses-Pauri Garhwal(03)
- Khrisu Forest Rest House
- Saneh Forest Rest House
- Kolhuchaur Forest Rest House

Special Programs at Jim Corbett National Park

In addition to forest rest house stays, Jim Corbett National Park offers curated wildlife and wellness experiences for individuals, families and corporate groups, like Angling Tours and Tiger Safari Tour Packages in Jim Corbett National Park for wildlife enthusiasts Birding & Photographic Tours for those who wishes to experience Jungle Stay-during photography workshops one can also learn lessons with them. Yoga & Meditation Camps in Corbett for Adults & Kids, which are conducted by Yogic Teachers. Do write to us on corbettpark@gmail.com or Call on +91 9719251197 for Programs & Costs. The lodge also organise Programs on Detox & Stress Management for Corporate. Vanya River Lodge is Ideal venue in Jim Corbett of Corporate Training in Team Building, Leadership & Communication. There is enough indoor and outdoor spaces to conduct Seminar, Conference, Meetings, Events and Wedding in Jim Corbett National Park.