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The Stories of Pookode Lake

Ask the locals in Wayanad about Pookode Lake, and many will tell you it is not just water surrounded by forest. They speak of spirits guarding the lake, protectors who keep its calm intact.

Fishermen say nets never come out full here, almost as if the guardians allow only what is fair. Elders recall stories of travelers who disturbed the waters and paid for it with strange misfortunes. For some, these are just beliefs. For others, it is the reason the lake remains untouched, pure, and quiet even today.

The Lake and Its Setting

Pookode Lake sits ringed by thick forests, with trails that smell of wet leaves and cardamom. Its natural shape, like the map of India, is something visitors always talk about. In the mornings, mist rises from the surface, adding to the sense that this is not just a picnic spot but a place with a presence.

Families come here for boating, children watch the mahseer fish darting under the clear waters, and birdwatchers listen for the call of the Malabar hornbill. Yet, even with all this activity, the lake never loses its stillness. Perhaps that is what the old stories are really about.

Visiting Pookode and Beyond

When you visit Wayanad, Pookode Lake is usually on every traveler’s list. But it is not just about a quick stop. Pairing the lake with nearby spots like Edakkal Caves, Soochippara Falls, or a climb to Chembra Peak makes the experience fuller.

And when the day ends, having a place that matches the calm of the lake matters.

Stay Close, Stay Right: Vythiri Mist

Just a short drive from Pookode, Vythiri Mist Resort offers more than a room to sleep in. Set 3000 ft high in the Poonchola Hills, it places you inside a rainforest.

• Eco-luxury cottages where the forest is right outside your window

• The Ridge Restaurant serving fresh local food with views of rolling hills

• Birdwatching trails and plantation walks where hornbills and drongos appear

• Ayurvedic wellness, yoga, and meditation for deep rest

• Off-road adventures and a private viewpoint—the highest in Wayanad

• Misty mornings that make every day feel new

It is not just proximity to Pookode Lake. It is staying in a place that carries the same spirit of nature and quiet strength.

Why It Stays With You

Travelers often say Pookode Lake feels different from other places in Kerala. It has stories, moods, and silence you cannot put into words easily. Staying at Vythiri Mist makes it easier to hold on to that feeling

Plan your visit to Wayanad. Let the stories of Pookode Lake guide your days, and let Vythiri Mist be your home in the forest.