The museum houses the remains of a man-eating tiger that historically terrorized the surrounding Kumaon region.
It serves as a mandatory security checkpoint for all vehicles and visitors entering the core zone of Jim Corbett National Park.
The facility was established to educate park visitors about the ecological significance of the Ramganga river ecosystem.
It preserves antique hunting equipment and forest management records dating back to the British colonial era.
The Dhangarhi Gate and Museum serves as the primary gateway and interpretation center for the Dhikala Zone of Corbett National Park. It features a historical museum showcasing the rich biodiversity of the Terai region through preserved wildlife specimens. The museum displays taxidermied animals, including a significant tiger and leopard collection, providing insight into the area's predator-prey dynamics. It functions as the entry point for tourists holding permits for the Dhikala forest rest house. The site offers a glimpse into the colonial history and conservation heritage associated with Jim Corbett. Its architecture reflects the local aesthetic of forest outposts in Uttarakhand.
The vintage-style entrance gate signage with the Corbett National Park emblem.
Ensure you have your printed park permit and original ID ready for inspection at the gate.
Pick up a detailed map of the Dhikala tourism zone from the museum desk before entering the forest.
Do not consume food or litter in the vicinity as it is an active wildlife habitat.
Attempting to feed monkeys or local wildlife near the gate area.
Closed annually during the monsoon season (roughly mid-June to mid-November) when the park is inaccessible.
Maintain silence, avoid bright clothing, and do not use flash photography inside the museum exhibits.
