Kudremukh

1. Kalasa -
Situated in Chikkamagaluru, Kalasa is a temple town on the banks of the River Bhadra. The place is famous for its mythology and its natural landscape. Kalasa is popular for having the Sri Kalaseshwara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva attracting devotees from all over South India. Tucked in the heart of Western Ghats, Kalasa is must visit to seek a spiritual respite.

2. Gangamoola -
This is a UNESCO world heritage site which is also known as the Varaha Parvatha in Karnataka. It is famous as the source of some important rivers of South India like River Tunga, Bhadra, Netravati etc. Some of the popular attractions here include the temple of Goddess Bhagavathi and the presence of more than 107 species of birds.

3. Janta Market -
For the shopping lovers, Janta Market is a popular getaway from Kudremukh. It was earlier called Bhadra Market and it is a nice stop for shopping souvenirs and daily goods.

4. Lakya Dam -
Built over Lakya, which is a tributary of River Bhadra, Lakya Dam is a popular attraction near Kudremukh. Lakya Dam has a pleasant background which consists of hills and rivers delighting the tourists with its picturesque terrain. The unique characteristic of Lakya Dam is that it has a height of 100 m and was constructed as a dam of silt as Kudremukh Iron Ore Company undertook an initiative to collect wastes from mining activities.

5 . Horanadu -
For the seekers of spirituality, Horanadu is famous for having the Annapoorneshwari Temple in Malnad district of Karnataka. It is blessed with eye catching natural beauty and surrounded by green landscapes. The famous temple here attracts a lot of devotees as it is believed according to the legends that it was established in the 8th century by Maharishi Agastya. The temple offers a nice visit during the months of winter as you can appreciate the pristine surroundings along with it.

6. Kadambi Falls -
One of the picturesque attractions near Kudremukh, this is a 30 feet waterfall in Karnataka. Located in Western Ghats, Kadambi Falls offers a pleasant respite where you can appreciate the serenity of nature as it is blessed with scenic surroundings. One can go near the waterfalls and enjoy an adventurous getaway along with a day picnic near Kudremukh.

7. Kudremukh National Park -
Spread over a land of 600 kilometres, Kudremukh National Park is a protected area located in the Western Ghats. It is a perfect getaway to enjoy the mountains and bask in the scenic beauty of nature. It was developed as an initiative to conserve the landscape against the adverse impacts of mining in the surrounding areas of Kudremukh. A paradise for wildlife lovers, it is home to many endemic and endangered species of flora and fauna.

8. Hanuman Gundi Falls (Suthanabbe Falls) -
Dropping from a height of 72 feet, this is a marvellous waterfall during the monsoons in Kudremukh. It offers a beguiling sight for the onlookers and situated on Kalasa road.

Kudremukh can be reached in the following ways from other cities:

- By road:
Some of the major cities from which Kudremukh is accessible are Bangalore, Karkala and Mangalore. Bangalore is at a distance of 330 km, Karkala 50 km away and Mangalore at a distance of 97 km. There are many KSRTC buses which run from these cities offering a comfortable road journey to Kudremukh.

- By rail:
The nearest railway station to Kudremukh is Mangalore which is well connected to major cities. It is located 100 km away from Kudremukh and from there one can take a taxi, bus or cab to reach there.

- By air:
The nearest airport to reach Kudremukh by air is Mangalore. It is located 90 km away and well connected with national and international cities. From Mangalore airport, one can take a taxi, cab or bus to reach Kudremukh.

One of the most popular treks in south India, Kudremukh offers a trail full of magnificent sceneries, rolling hills, verdant forests and serene grasslands. It is an easy to moderate trek which can be completed in a single day. It is an easy trek to start with, however, there is a slight increase in difficulty level from Ontimara as the trail is steep and the trekkers have to follow a zig-zag route to reach the peak.

The total distance that is covered in Kudremukh trek is 9.5 km from Mullodi base camp. Trekking can be undertaken at Kudremukh after taking the permission of the forest ranger.