Trevor’s Tank is a quiet, forested spot about 5 km from the main town, essentially a small dammed lake tucked inside Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary. Surrounded by thick trees and rocky slopes, it is known as a place to see crocodiles basking on the banks and a variety of birds—especially during cooler months. There are simple viewpoints and trails around the water, and the atmosphere is much calmer than the crowded main market, making it popular with nature lovers and those who want a short, easy outing into the sanctuary.
About this place
History & highlights
Trevor’s Tank was built in the late 19th century as a small masonry dam and water body, and is named after Colonel G.H. Trevor (often described as a British engineer or officer) who was associated with its construction and design. Sources note that it was constructed for Maharaj Kesari Singh of Sirohi in 1897, both to store water and to create a scenic spot near the hill station. The surrounding area evolved into a mini wildlife refuge where crocodiles were introduced or protected and forest cover preserved, anticipating modern ideas of eco-tourism. Now, under the umbrella of the Mount Abu sanctuary, Trevor’s Tank functions as a controlled nature spot: a blend of colonial-era engineering, princely patronage and present-day conservation and tourism.
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