{"id":9627,"date":"2022-07-24T05:19:52","date_gmt":"2022-07-24T10:49:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/?p=9627"},"modified":"2026-01-04T05:22:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T05:22:41","slug":"maldevta-dehradun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/maldevta-dehradun\/","title":{"rendered":"Maldevta Dehradun Temple and Waterfall in Uttarakhand ( 2026 Guide )"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Maldevta Dehradun Temple and Waterfall in Uttarakhand ( 2026 Guide )<\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"503\">Starting my day at <strong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"136\">6 AM<\/strong>, I began cycling towards <strong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"203\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Maldevta<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, watching <strong data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"255\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Dehradun<\/span><\/span><\/strong> slowly wake up. This was the first stop of my <strong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"346\">5-day cycling journey around Uttarakhand<\/strong>, and the excitement was real. Overnight rain had washed the dust away, leaving behind cool air and fresh greenery\u2014perfect weather for a summer morning ride.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"712\">Each sunrise feels different here, as if you\u2019re visiting a new town every day. Tree-lined roads, misty hills, and golden light reflecting off wet leaves made this ride feel straight out of a travel magazine.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"717\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"749\">Overview: Maldevta Dehradun<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"1008\"><strong data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"772\">Maldevta Dehradun<\/strong> is often called a <strong data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"820\">hidden gem of Uttarakhand<\/strong>. Tucked away in forested hills, it feels far removed from city life even though it\u2019s quite close. When I arrived, the cool mountain breeze instantly wiped away any tiredness from cycling.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1284\">As I descended a rocky trail, the sound of rushing water grew louder. Soon, a clearing opened up to reveal <strong data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1153\">foaming rapids of the Song River<\/strong>, cascading through stones and greenery\u2014a truly magical sight. This is also where my journey with <strong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1277\">Camp Maldevta Dehradun<\/strong> began.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9668\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9668\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9668\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Hathipul-at-Maldevta.jpg\" alt=\"Hathipul at Maldevta\" width=\"1000\" height=\"649\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9668\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hathipul at Maldevta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1332\">Maldevta Dehradun Location &amp; Direction<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1592\">\n<li data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1419\">\n<p data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1419\"><strong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1367\">Maldevta Dehradun location:<\/strong> On the outskirts of Dehradun, near the Song River<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1467\">\n<p data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1467\"><strong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1458\">Maldevta distance from Dehradun:<\/strong> ~18 km<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1509\">\n<p data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1509\"><strong data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1486\">Travel time:<\/strong> 40\u201345 minutes by car<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1592\">\n<p data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1592\"><strong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1544\">Maldevta Dehradun direction:<\/strong> ISBT Dehradun \u2192 Sahastradhara Road \u2192 Maldevta<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1657\">Public buses and taxis are easily available from ISBT Dehradun.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9669\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9669\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-9669 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Maldevta-Road.jpg\" alt=\"Rishikesh to Mussoorie Road\" width=\"1000\" height=\"674\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9669\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Maldevta Road<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1706\">Maldevta Road Dehradun \u2013 A Scenic Drive<\/h2>\n<div class=\"no-scrollbar flex min-h-36 flex-nowrap gap-0.5 overflow-auto sm:gap-1 sm:overflow-hidden xl:min-h-44 mt-1 mb-5 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:mt-4\">\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)]\">The <strong data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1771\">Maldevta road<\/strong> is a delight for cyclists, bikers, and slow travelers. With minimal traffic and winding forest stretches, it\u2019s easy to explore hidden paths and quiet corners.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"2151\">Joggers often stop at natural springs along the way to drink fresh water. With <strong data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2036\">over 80% forest cover<\/strong>, Maldevta offers clean air, peaceful vibes, and excellent opportunities for <strong data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2150\">hiking, cycling, and nature walks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2156\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2203\">Maldevta Temple Dehradun (Maldevta Mandir)<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2439\">The name <em data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2224\">Maldevta<\/em> comes from a local legend. It is believed that <strong data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2288\">Rishi Maldev<\/strong> performed deep tapasya here. His disciples brought sesame leaves, from which <em data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2374\">bhakri<\/em> was prepared and shared\u2014giving the place spiritual significance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2619\">The <strong data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2491\">Maldevta Temple (Maldevta Mandir Dehradun)<\/strong> is simple yet serene, blending seamlessly with nature. It\u2019s a quiet place for reflection rather than a crowded pilgrimage site.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9666\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9666\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9666\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Maldevta-Farm.jpg\" alt=\"Maldevta Farm\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9666\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Maldevta Farm<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2656\">Maldevta Waterfall Dehradun<\/h2>\n<div class=\"no-scrollbar flex min-h-36 flex-nowrap gap-0.5 overflow-auto sm:gap-1 sm:overflow-hidden xl:min-h-44 mt-1 mb-5 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:mt-4\">\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-e-xl\">One of the <strong data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2765\">most scenic waterfalls near Dehradun and Rishikesh<\/strong>, the <strong data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2793\">Maldevta Waterfall<\/strong> can be reached via a <strong data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2847\">20-minute hike from Hathipul<\/strong>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2987\">\n<li data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2888\">\n<p data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2888\">Best time: Morning or post-monsoon<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2937\">\n<p data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2937\">Ideal for: Photography, short hikes, picnics<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2987\">\n<p data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"2987\">Water flows strongest during monsoon &amp; winter<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2989\" data-end=\"3072\">The white water cascading over rocks against a forest backdrop is truly refreshing.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3077\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3079\" data-end=\"3105\">Picnic Spot at Maldevta<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3186\"><strong data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3140\">Maldevta picnic spot Dehradun<\/strong> is perfect for families and friends. You can:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3252\">\n<li data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3214\">\n<p data-start=\"3189\" data-end=\"3214\">Sit by the <strong data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3214\">Song River<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3215\" data-end=\"3228\">\n<p data-start=\"3217\" data-end=\"3228\">Read a book<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3252\">\n<p data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3252\">Enjoy homemade food<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3254\" data-end=\"3305\">\ud83d\udc49 Wear proper shoes, as the riverbed can be rocky.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9667\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9667\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-9667 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Paragliding.jpg\" alt=\"Paragliding Center Dehradun \" width=\"1000\" height=\"741\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9667\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Paragliding Center Dehradun Maldevta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3347\">Paragliding in Maldevta Dehradun<\/h2>\n<div class=\"no-scrollbar flex min-h-36 flex-nowrap gap-0.5 overflow-auto sm:gap-1 sm:overflow-hidden xl:min-h-44 mt-1 mb-5 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:mt-4\">\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-e-xl\">Maldevta is among the <strong data-start=\"3413\" data-end=\"3471\">best paragliding locations near <a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuary-in-rishikesh-rajaji\/\">Rishikesh<\/a> and Dehradun<\/strong>. Strong, consistent winds and open valleys make it ideal for beginners and experienced flyers alike.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"3574\" data-end=\"3652\">If you\u2019ve ever wanted to <em data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3628\">fly over forests and rivers<\/em>, Maldevta is the place.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3654\" data-end=\"3657\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3659\" data-end=\"3686\">Birdwatching in Maldevta<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3688\" data-end=\"3864\">Nature lovers will enjoy <strong data-start=\"3713\" data-end=\"3750\">birdwatching in Maldevta Dehradun<\/strong>. Thanks to minimal human interference, the area has become a safe nesting ground for many Himalayan bird species.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3866\" data-end=\"3869\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3871\" data-end=\"3910\">Best Time to Visit Maldevta <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Dehradun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dehradun<\/a><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"3912\" data-end=\"4091\">\n<li data-start=\"3912\" data-end=\"3948\">\n<p data-start=\"3914\" data-end=\"3948\"><strong data-start=\"3914\" data-end=\"3930\">Best months:<\/strong> October to June<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"4048\">\n<p data-start=\"3951\" data-end=\"4048\"><strong data-start=\"3951\" data-end=\"3980\">Monsoon (July\u2013September):<\/strong> Lush greenery, flowing waterfalls (be cautious of slippery paths)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4049\" data-end=\"4091\">\n<p data-start=\"4051\" data-end=\"4091\"><strong data-start=\"4051\" data-end=\"4063\">Weather:<\/strong> Pleasant most of the year<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9634\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9634\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-9634 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Maldevta-Waterfall.jpg\" alt=\"Waterfall\" width=\"1000\" height=\"800\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9634\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Maldevta Waterfall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-start=\"4098\" data-end=\"4136\">How to Reach Maldevta from Dehradun<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"4138\" data-end=\"4149\">By Road<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4150\" data-end=\"4220\">\n<li data-start=\"4150\" data-end=\"4185\">\n<p data-start=\"4152\" data-end=\"4185\">Direct buses from ISBT Dehradun<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4186\" data-end=\"4220\">\n<p data-start=\"4188\" data-end=\"4220\">Taxis &amp; bikes easily available<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"4222\" data-end=\"4232\">By Air<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4233\" data-end=\"4336\">\n<li data-start=\"4233\" data-end=\"4295\">\n<p data-start=\"4235\" data-end=\"4295\">Nearest airport: <strong data-start=\"4252\" data-end=\"4293\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Jolly Grant Airport<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4296\" data-end=\"4336\">\n<p data-start=\"4298\" data-end=\"4336\">From airport: Hire a cab to Maldevta<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4338\" data-end=\"4497\">Nearby attractions include <strong data-start=\"4365\" data-end=\"4406\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Sahastradhara<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"4408\" data-end=\"4449\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Malsi Deer Park<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"4455\" data-end=\"4496\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Robber&#8217;s Cave<\/span><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4499\" data-end=\"4502\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4504\" data-end=\"4541\">Where to Stay in Maldevta Dehradun<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4543\" data-end=\"4679\">\n<li data-start=\"4543\" data-end=\"4607\">\n<p data-start=\"4545\" data-end=\"4607\"><strong data-start=\"4545\" data-end=\"4563\">Maldevta Farms<\/strong> \u2013 \u20b92,300 approx, farm stay with breakfast<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4608\" data-end=\"4679\">\n<p data-start=\"4610\" data-end=\"4679\"><strong data-start=\"4610\" data-end=\"4637\">Four Banyans Eco Resort<\/strong> \u2013 \u20b93,000 approx, luxury tents in nature<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4681\" data-end=\"4684\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4686\" data-end=\"4714\">Tips &amp; Responsible Travel<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4716\" data-end=\"4851\">\n<li data-start=\"4716\" data-end=\"4768\">\n<p data-start=\"4718\" data-end=\"4768\">Do not litter\u2014water sources are used by wildlife<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4769\" data-end=\"4813\">\n<p data-start=\"4771\" data-end=\"4813\">Carry back all plastic and food wrappers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4814\" data-end=\"4851\">\n<p data-start=\"4816\" data-end=\"4851\">Respect local culture and silence<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"4858\" data-end=\"4875\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4877\" data-end=\"5120\"><strong data-start=\"4877\" data-end=\"4898\">Maldevta Dehradun<\/strong> is not just a destination\u2014it\u2019s an experience. From peaceful temples and waterfalls to paragliding and forest roads, it\u2019s a perfect escape for anyone seeking <strong data-start=\"5056\" data-end=\"5087\">nature, adventure, and calm<\/strong>, all within minutes of Dehradun.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maldevta Dehradun Temple and Waterfall in Uttarakhand ( 2026 Guide ) Starting my day at 6 AM, I began cycling towards Maldevta, watching Dehradun slowly wake up. This was the first stop of my 5-day cycling journey around Uttarakhand, and the excitement was real. Overnight rain had washed the dust away, leaving behind cool air [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":37064,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[2231,2232,2233,2234,2235],"class_list":["post-9627","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-rishikesh-day-tour","tag-highest-temperature-in-dehradun-in-summer","tag-maldevta-dehradun-pics","tag-maldevta-dehradun-resort","tag-maldevta-resort-in-dehradun","tag-maldevta-temple-dehradun"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9627","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9627"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9627\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":40321,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9627\/revisions\/40321"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/37064"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9627"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9627"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9627"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}