Sitabani Forest Reserve in Corbett, Uttarakhand

Sitabani Forest Reserve is a part of the Corbett National Park located in Corbett. The main gate of the Sitabani Forest Reserve is located in Bhandarpani village, which is about 18 km from Ramnagar Barrage Gate. The dense forest of Sitabani forest reserve Is the place of residence to various wildlife such as tigers, leopards, elephants, deer, wild boar. About 35 Royal Bengal Tigers are present in the Sitabani forest reserve. This forest reserve is naturally surrounded by the powerful Himalayan foothills. Sitabani forest reserve is open every year for Safari tourism. The Sitabani Forest Department provides permits for Safari in this zone. There is also a famous popular temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in the Sitabani forest zone. There are also found many vibrant colourful bird species along with animals in the Sitabani forest reserve.

How To Reach Sitabani Forest Reserve

By Air

Corbett's nearest domestic airport is Pantnagar, which is about 125 km from Corbett.

By Rail

The nearest railway station in Corbett is Ramnagar, which is about 13 km from Corbett.

By Road

Situated in Corbett National Park, Sitabani Forest Reserve is located in Bhandarpani village, 18 km from Ramnagar Barraje Gate.

Best Time To Visit

The best time to visit Sitabani Forest Reserve is between the months of September to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to cold in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of rains.