One can also spot varied species of wild flowers, creepers and shrubs that are found in abundance near the waterfall. On the other side of the waterfall, you can also savour an enchanting view of the beautiful Doon Valley and steep farming fields. The Jharipani fall is an ideal place for picnicking.
Jharipani waterfall is situated at a distance of 9 kms before Mussoorie on the Mussoorie-Jharipani road. It is located near the well-known Indian Railways’ Oakgrove School. While there is a direct road from Mussoorie to Jharipani, adventure seekers can also indulge in a 5-km easy trek from Shahanshahi Ashram, near MDDA Park in Dehradun which leads straight to Jharipani. Buses also play from Dehradun to Mussoorie on daily basis.
Mussoorie overlooks the sprawling Doon Valley and the city of Dehradun. Proudly seated at an elevation of 2006 metres above sea level, Mussoorie is located on a 15 km horseshoe ridge with the imposing Himalayas at the backdrop. The nearest railhead and airport to Mussoorie are located in Dehradun.
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport to Mussoorie. It is situated 60kms from Mussoorie and connected with well-metalled roads. Taxis are easily available from Jolly Grant Airport to Mussoorie.
By Railway: The nearest railway station to Mussoorie is Dehradun Railway station at a distance of 36kms. Dehradun is well connected by trains from major cities of India as there are two trains that run daily between Delhi to Dehradun and vice-versa. Mussoorie is located 36kms from Dehradun Railway Station. Shatabdi Express and Mussoorie Express are the two major trains connecting Dehradun with major cities of India. Taxis and Buses are easily available from Dehradun to Mussoorie.
By Road: Mussoorie is well connected with motorable roads. Luxury and normal Buses to Mussoorie are easily available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate. Buses and Taxis to Mussoorie are also available from major destinations of Uttarakhand state like Dehradun, Rishikesh , Haridwar , and Tehri , etc.
Road distances and travel time from/to Mussoorie from/to various cities within or outside Uttarakhand - Mussoorie Distance Chart
You can also hire or rent a Cab/ Taxi to Mussoorie. More details about Mussoorie Car Rentals .
Following is the driving distance chart to Mussoorie from various cities and towns in Uttarakhand and from Delhi NCR Region (New Delhi, Ghaziabad, Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad).
| # | City | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 276 kms | |
| 2 | 255 kms | |
| 3 | 278 kms | |
| 4 | 310 kms | |
| 5 | 210 kms | |
| 6 | 232 kms | |
| 8 | 239 kms | |
| 9 | 194 kms | |
| 10 | 348 kms | |
| 11 | 720 kms | |
| 12 | 584 kms | |
| 13 | 255 kms | |
| 13 | 602 kms |