Trekking: Trekking from Mirik to Sandakphu, Phalut has become very popular. Short trek from Mirik to Kurseong via Balasan river & Namsu could be covered within the day only.

Places of interest

The Lake: The beautiful 1.25 km long lake is the most attractive spot of the Mirik Tourism Project. The depth of lake water varies from a minimum of 3 ft. to maximum of 26 ft. The walk on the 3.5 km long promenade around the lake is a fascinating one. The 80 ft. long arch-type overbridge across the lake is a wonderful engineering skill of the project. Arrangements of fishing in the lake are being implemented soon. Boating is available @ Rs. 20.00 to 40.00 per half’n hour per boat.

Kawlay Dara: For fabulous view of the plains as well as mountains beautiful view of sunrise and sunset can also be seen.

Deosi Dara: Another observatory point for stupendous landscape view.

Rai-dhap: An ideal picnic spot.

Tea Estates: There are eight tea gardens in Mirik area. thurbo T.E., one of the best tea-estates, is only 2 kms from the lake. The factory may be visited with the permission of the manager.

Orange orchards: About 2 kms from Mirik, situated on the spur, one can see beautiful orange orchards. Mirik is the largest supplier of oranges in West Bengal. One can also have glimpses of the village life of hill areas.

Cardamom grove: Cardamom groves can be any where near the marshy land.

Devi-Temple: The famous Hindu-temple "Singha Devi mandir" on the western bank of the lake.