Chail is situated at 7300 feet above mean sea level amidst the scenic splendor of Himalayan forests.  The place has salubrious climate and occupies an important position on the tourist Map of India. It is 29 Kms from Kandaghat on the Kalka- Shimla Highway and 85 Kms from kalka. One can reach by narrow guage rail from Kalka to Kandaghat and from there by bus or taxi to Chail.