Spread over 22 acres in Udhagamandalam town is another tranquil spot near the Ooty Lake, that is home to a vast number of deer. About six acres of the lake have been used to develop the park. The park was inaugurated in 1986 and is maintained by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department. Although the name suggests that the park is exclusively for deer, the Deer Park is also home to a wide variety of birds and rabbits. This is one of the high-altitude animal parks in India and is easily accessible by road.
The Sambar and Chital species of deer can be found in the park. The Deer Park in Ooty is a haven for Nature lovers as it is wrapped in a chilly climate and surrounded by enticing flora and fauna.
Udhagamandalam Central Bus Stand, about 1 km away
Coimbatore International Airport, about 88 km away.
Coimbatore Railway Station, about 88 km away. Another way to reach Ooty is to take the Toy Train from Mettupalayam via Coonoor
Although Ooty can be visited and explored any time of the year, the best is the summer months between March and June.