Trekking in Karnataka

The vast stretches of wilderness that encompasses lush tropical forests, hills and dales, caves and cascades, roaring rivers and streams and a rich bio diversity of flora and fauna, makes the land of Karnataka a wannabe destination for trekking. Karnataka is endowed with mountain ranges known as the Western Ghats. Trekking trails are mostly located in the ghat districts of north and south Kanara, Shimoga, Chikmaglur, Hasan and Coorg. Most of these areas are so remote and wild that is is often advisable to carry one's food and water to suffice for the days of your trek.

Special Places for Trekking in Karnataka

• Coorg
• Dandeli
• Ramanagara
• Kudremukh
• Kemmangundi
• Irrupu Falls
• Bramhagiri
• Pushpagiri
• Devarayanadurga
• Tadiyandamol

Trekking Routes
Kanoor Fort
Time- 3 days
Level - moderate
Ideal Season – October to late February and the monsoons
Location – Sharavathy Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in the Western Ghats.

Kodachadri
Time – 2 days
Level - easy
Ideal Season -October to March
Location – On the border of Shimoga and Udupi districts in the Westen Ghats.

Baba Budanagiri Hills
Time – 4-5 days
Level – easy with some steep stretches
Ideal Season – September to May
Location – Chikmagalur District in West Karnataka

Best Time to Trek in Karnataka
The best time to trek in Karnataka is soon after the monsoons i.e September to December when the landscape is lush green .