The newest hill-resort in West Bengal, Mirik is at an altitude of about 1700 metres and almost midway on a 100 kilometre alternative route between Darjeeling and Siliguri. 
Mirik is an excellent scenic spot, and Kanchenjunga is visible. The climate is congenially cool, and does not reach the extreme of Darjeeling town. Now Mirik is ready to receive day as well as long or short stay visitors. Visitors from Darjeeling and Siliguri may however spend a day at Mink profitably. Walks around the lake or along the numerous walks in the heavily forested ridges on the western bank, view of sunrise or sunset from " Rameetay Dara ", would all go to make a fine holiday. 
There are several private moderately priced hotels to stay overnight near the lake. 

• Places of Tourist Interest...
  
  
  1. The Lake
                           The beautiful 1.25 km long lake is the most attractive spot of the Mirik Tourism Project. The depth of the lake water varies from minimum of 3 ft to maximum of 26 ft. The 80 ft long arch-type over bridge across the lake is wonderful engineering skill of the project. Boating and Fishing in the lake is an experience itself.
  
  2. Kaelay Dara
                         For fabulous view of the plains as well as mountains. Beautiful view of sunrise and sunset can also be seen.
  
  3. Rai-dhap
                     An ideal picnic spot.
  
  4. Tea Estates 
                               There are eight tea-gardens in Mirik area. Thurbo T.E., on e the best tea-estates is only 2 km from the lake. The factory may be visited with the permission of the Manager.
  
  5. Orange Orchards 
                                       About two kilometres from Mirik, situated on the spur, one can be beautiful orange orchards. Mirik is the largest supplier of oranges in West Bengal. One can also have glimpse of the village life of hill areas.
  
  6. Devi-Sthan 
                            The famous Hindu-temple " Singla Devi Mandir " on the western bank of the lake. An also famous is Krishna Mandir. 
  
  7. Treks 
                  Trekking from Mirik to Sandakphu, Phalut, Phalut, has becomes very popular.