Tourism in Kudremukh

Renowned for the Kudremukh National Park, Kudremukh is the largest reserve of a tropical wet evergreen forest in Karnataka. Kudremukh literally means Horse face, so named because of the unique shape of the Kudremukh Peak. It is a perfect destination for trekking, marked by emerald green forests interspersed with rivers, grassy slopes, and rare orchids.

Location

A hill-station 95 km south-west of Chikmagalur town, Kudremukh is situated 1894.3 m above sea level, overlooking the Arabian Sea.

Best Time To Visit

For a Tour to Kudremukh, the best time to visit is between the months of December and February.

History

Way back in 1916, the British Government declared Kudremukh as a Reserved Forest to stop deforestation. In 1987, the Government of Karnataka declared these Reserved Forests as a National Park.

Tourist Attractions

Make your Tour to Kudremukh memorable by visiting these famous tourist places near Kudremukh –

• Kudremukh National Park: Named after the Kudremukh Peak, this park is divided into four ranges - Kudremukh, Kerekatte, Kalasa, Shimoga, and has a wide diversity of flora and fauna.
• Hanumana Gundi Waterfalls: Water gush down a height of more than 100 feet onto natural rock formations at this waterfall. Situated 32 km from Kalasa, you can reach here trekking.
• Lakya Dam: Located near the Kudremukh project area, this is an interesting spot in the Kudremukh range.

Places around Kudremukh

Explore the land of Kudremukh, visiting the places around it, while on a Tour to Kudremukh –

• Gangamoola: Encircled by thick forests, this pretty spot in the Bhagawathi Forest is the origin of three important rivers, the Tunga, the Bhadra and the Nethravathi. A shrine of Goddess Bhagavathi and a Varaha image within a cave are prime attractions here.
• Jamalabad Fort: This fort, built by Tipu Sultan in 1794, was renamed after his mother Jamalbee.

Fairs And Festivals

• Karavali Festival: Held in February every year, in nearby Mangalore, this festival organized by the Government of Karnataka observes vibrant rituals like the Bhuta (Demon Worship), Nagamandala and Demon Dance.
• Navrathri festival: This ten-day festival is celebrated in nearby Chikmagalur on the occasion of Durga Puja.

How To Reach

By Air: The nearest airport is at Mangalore (130 km).

By Rail: The closest railway station is located at Mangalore.

By Road: Kudremukh is well-connected by a network of roads to Mangalore, Chikmagalur and Sringeri.