Ranjit Sagar Dam
One of the highest earth-fill dams in India, on the Ravi. Its reservoir is the lake at Mini Goa.
15 km from Mini Goa · Ranjit Sagar Dam, Ravi River, Pathankot
From Mini Goa
15 km from Mini Goa
Timings
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹20 per person
Best Time
October to February
About this Place
One of the highest earth-fill dams in India, on the Ravi. Its reservoir is the lake at Mini Goa.
Ranjit Sagar Dam, also called Thein Dam, is on the Ravi near Shahpurkandi, where Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal meet. It's one of the highest earth-fill dams in India, finished in 2001, and it's used for both electricity and irrigation. The reservoir behind it is the same water you see at Mini Goa.
The dam is a protected installation, so you can't just walk around it. You'll mostly see it from the road and the viewpoints nearby, and photography of the structure itself may be stopped by security. What you can enjoy freely is the reservoir: long stretches of water between low green hills, which look their best in the evening and just after the monsoon. In winter you may also spot water birds along the edges. If you're visiting Mini Goa, this is right on the way, and Mukteshwar Mahadev is close by too.
Ranjit Sagar Dam
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What Makes It Special
Massive Reservoir
An 87 sq km reservoir that resembles a European lake district surrounded by hills
Shivalik Backdrop
Rolling hills and misty mountains frame the dam on all sides
Birdwatching Haven
Home to diverse migratory and resident bird species throughout the year
Engineering Feat
One of India's largest earth-fill dams generating significant hydroelectric power
Visitor Information
Location
Ranjit Sagar Dam, Ravi River, Pathankot
Distance
15 km from Mini Goa
Timings
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹20 per person
Best Time to Visit
October to February
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Tips for Visitors
6practical tips from travelers who've been here.
- 1
Carry binoculars for birdwatching — migratory birds visit in winter.
- 2
The dam viewpoint offers the best panoramic shots — don't miss it.
- 3
Photography permits may be required near restricted zones.
- 4
Pack a picnic — there are limited food options near the dam.
- 5
Wear sunscreen and a hat as the area is largely exposed.
- 6
Check local advisories during monsoon as water levels may rise.
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