What to expect
Stanley Reservoir
The large reservoir formed by Mettur Dam on the Kaveri river, ringed by parkland and boating facilities.
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Typedam
Nearest baseMettur
DistrictSalem
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
Entry₹20
Places to visit2→Stanley Reservoir is planned from Mettur, one of the travel bases in Salem district. Use Mettur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Mettur or nearby in Salem, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
Weather in Stanley ReservoirSeasonal guide
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Today at Stanley Reservoir
Sunrise6:08 am
Sunset6:00 pm
Golden hour best light5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:00 pm–6:25 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 261°
Moon tonight🌒 Waxing crescent · 24%
Retreating monsoon. October and November still see spells of rain from the retreating monsoon, though it is usually lighter than mid-year. Conditions are generally good but worth checking.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
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Top experiences around Mettur
One more place around Mettur worth a day of its own.
damMettur Dam
11.1 km · ~19 min by cab
A major working dam across the Kaveri forming Stanley Reservoir; visitors must use designated public areas rather than the operational crest.
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Stanley Reservoir — at a glance
Timings9 AM - 6 PM
Best timePost-monsoon Oct-Dec for full reservoir
Entry price
- Indian adult
- ₹20
Fees change without notice. Check the current rate at the counter.
Entry: Indicative — confirm on site
Getting here
How to reach Stanley Reservoir
Nearest railway Mettur Dam station; ~45 km from Salem Junction (SA)
Getting around Stanley Reservoir
If you need step-free access, contact the site before travelling. Ask about a level entrance, steps along the route, the nearest drop-off point, seating and accessible toilets.
If you need help at Stanley Reservoir
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Nearby
What’s near Stanley Reservoir
damMettur Dam
A major working dam across the Kaveri forming Stanley Reservoir; visitors must use designated public areas rather than the operational crest.
11.1 km · ~19 min by cab · straight lineB
Badrakaliamman Temple
Place
templeBadrakaliamman Temple
An amman temple at Mecheri, about 33 km from Salem on the Salem-Dharmapuri highway in the Mettur area. It is a locally significant goddess shrine that draws regular pilgrims.
13.5 km · ~23 min by cab · straight line
viewpointKaradiyur View Point
A cliff-edge viewpoint in the Shevaroy Hills near Yercaud offering wide valley views. It is popular for sunrise and sunset and is one of several named lookout points around the Yercaud plateau.
38.8 km · ~65 min by cab · straight line
templeTharamangalam Kailasanathar Temple
A large Shiva temple about 30 km from Salem, expanded by the Gatti Mudali chieftains between the 13th and 17th centuries over an older core. Its five-tier gopuram, roughly 90 ft tall, is carved to resemble a chariot drawn by elephants and horses, and the complex is known for intricate stone sculpture and a west-facing Vengai-wood door. It is dedicated to Kailasanathar (Shiva) and Sivakami Amman.
39.0 km · ~65 min by cab · straight lineK
Kalangi Siddhar Temple
Place
templeKalangi Siddhar Temple
A siddhar shrine on the slope of Kanja Malai about 12 km from Salem, dedicated to Kalangi Siddhar, counted among the eighteen Tamil Siddhas. It is a pilgrimage spot tied to the Siddha tradition.
39.7 km · ~66 min by cab · straight line
viewpointKanjamalai
A hill on Salem's outskirts known for iron ore deposits and views over the city, with a small hilltop temple.
40.5 km · ~67 min by cab · straight line
wildlifeKurumbapatti Zoological Park
Kurumbapatti Zoological Park is a compact wildlife attraction near Salem, set against the Shevaroy foothills and focused on regional birds and animals. Check the park's published schedule, admission details and available enclosures before making a dedicated trip.
40.6 km · ~68 min by cab · straight line
viewpointPagoda Point (Pyramid Point)
A cliff-edge viewpoint in Yercaud offering panoramic views over the Salem plains below.
41.1 km · ~69 min by cab · straight line
waterfallKiliyur Falls
A seasonal waterfall below Yercaud reached by a demanding stepped route.
41.4 km · ~69 min by cab · straight line
viewpointShevaroy Hills
The range of hills in which Yercaud sits, known for coffee, orange and pepper estates and cool climate year-round.
42.1 km · ~70 min by cab · straight line
viewpointLady's Seat
A public Yercaud viewpoint whose panorama depends on visibility.
42.2 km · ~70 min by cab · straight lineS
Silk Farm and Rose Garden
Place
parkSilk Farm and Rose Garden
A government sericulture demonstration farm with an adjoining rose garden a couple of kilometres from Yercaud town. Visitors can see the stages of silk production, and it is a common stop on the Yercaud sightseeing loop.
42.4 km · ~71 min by cab · straight lineOn the map
Where Stanley Reservoir is
Good to know
Stanley Reservoir — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Stanley Reservoir?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Stanley Reservoir?
Entry: Indicative — confirm on site. Timings: 9 AM - 6 PM. The rupee figure quoted is the Indian adult rate.
How do I reach Stanley Reservoir?
Base yourself in Mettur or nearby in Salem, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Stanley Reservoir?
About an hour.
What else is near Stanley Reservoir?
Nearby you can pair Mettur Dam (11.1 km), Badrakaliamman Temple (13.5 km), Karadiyur View Point (38.8 km), Tharamangalam Kailasanathar Temple (39.0 km).
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Photographs: Rsrikanth05 (CC BY-SA 3.0). Wikimedia Commons.