Half an hour out of Ranchi to a valley road that snakes down in tight loops to Patratu dam. Short, fun and best at sunrise before the traffic.
Distance33 kmApprox. distance
Riding time~1 hrApprox. ride time
Best seasonJul – MarIdeal time to ride
DifficultyIntermediateOverall rating
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Ride details
Road typeKanke–Patratu road
Road conditionMostly smooth
Fuel availabilityLimited
Best forSolo riders & groups
Plan for1 day
Places to stayScarce — book ahead
Fuel stopsApprox. 15
MechanicsApprox. 7
HospitalsApprox. 113
Mostly smooth
The valley road is smooth and wide but full of tight hairpins, and the viewpoints draw crowds who park on the bends. Watch for trucks coming up from the Patratu side and loose gravel on corners.
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