Askot Sanctuary
Askot sanctuary is situated in Pithoragrah district state Utaranchal.Surrounded by the mountain and forest this picturesque greens Askot Sanctuary is a best dwelling place of wild animals. The sanctuary is a house of many wild animals such leopard,deer,beers,kakars and a great variety of birds .Lying in the lap of Kumaon Himalayas at a height of 5412 ft.,the sanctuary is visited by many Indian and foreign scientists for the research projects.

Sanctuary Profile:-
Stretched Area: Not Specified

Species Found:
Leopard, Black Beer,Spotted Deer,Snow Cock,Kakar, Tahr, Musk Spotted Deer,Chukoras ,Pheasant ,Serow and a number of species of birds and mant more.

Best Time To Visit: April to Sep. In every year

Transportation Available
By Air:
Nearest airport is Naina Sani in Pithoragrah, At a Distance of less than 60 kms.

By Rail:
Nearest railway station is Tanakpur ,Distance 204 kms.

By Road:
From Pithoragarh at a distance of 55 kms.
From Almora at a distance of 150(approx.) kms.

For More Information about the Askot Sanctuary Please contact to:
The Divisional Forest officer
Askot Sanctuary
Pithoragrah, District-Pithoragrah(Uttaranchal)