Hill Stations In Karnataka: Explore The Astonishing Views!

Karnataka is situated in India’s south-western region and it is one of the most beautiful states in India. It is famous for its lavish palaces, high-tech hub, nightlife, old temples as well as wildlife sanctuaries.

Many beautiful hill stations exist in this state with lush environs and calmness. It is special for those people who want to get rid of city life and want to spend some quality time amidst nature.

Below in this article, we are going to explain some best places as well as the hill stations of Karnataka.

Best Hill Stations In Karnataka

Chikmagalur

This city is generally for coffee lovers and that’s why it is also known as a coffee lovers’ paradise. Chikmagalur is surrounded by the majestic Mullayangiri Ranges and you can see here lots of tea and coffee plantations, milky-white waterfalls, as well as beautiful gardens.

It is a popular tourist attraction in Karnataka therefore hotels already run houseful in advance. Here are some popular places which you can visit like Kallathigiri Falls, Hebbe Falls, Hanumana Gundi Falls, Mahatma Gandhi Park, Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Coffee Museum, Hirekolale Lake, Kodandarama Temple, etc.

The best time to visit this place is September to march month. Its nearest Airport is Mangalore which is around 158 km and the nearest railway station is kadur junction which is around 39 km.

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BR Hills

Its full name is Biligiriranga Hills. It is the high mountain range which is located near Chamarajanagar town. This place links the Eastern Ghats with the Western Ghats.

This place is popular for Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple Wildlife Sanctuary. Two rivers flow from these hills Kapila and Cauvery. You can enjoy river rafting, fishing, and boat riding here. Mysore is around 85km from here and the best time to visit this place is from October to May.

Nandi Hills

This is also one of the most popular hill stations in Karnataka. It is a hilltop with an antique fortress. This place attracts tourists from around the world and it is also quite famous among bikers who generally love to ride on Zig-Zag roads.

The nandi hills tracking is a little bit challenging but you can enjoy it here. You can stay here at Nehru house cottages and there is also a vegetarian hotel. You can also enjoy the paragliding here and the best places to visit around these hills are tipu sultan’s fort, Amrith sarovar, Secret passages, etc.

Agumbe

If we are discussing the mesmerizing hill stations of Karnataka then it is a must to include the name Agumbe. It is located in the Shimoga district of Karnataka, Agumbe is one of the great places in Karnataka. It is also called the Cherrapunji of Southern India. Its landscapes, salubrious weather as well as foods are quite popular.

There are lots of important plants that exist here which helps a lot in the medical field. You can spend here a wonderful time with your family and friends and adventure enthusiasts would love this place.

Male Mahadeshwara Hills

Here is a pilgrim town which is located on the southern edge of Bangalore city at Hanur Taluk of Chamarajanagar district. It is around 150 km from Mysore. Here is the popular temple of lord Mahadev and a huge number of devotees come from the whole of Karnataka as well as from Tamilnadu.

The temple is situated in lush green forest belts which attract nature enthusiasts. This temple is dedicated to the saint Mahadeshwara who is a popular saint in this area.

It is also recognized just because of Veerappan. The road is also well maintained by the Karnataka government. It is around 210 km from Bengaluru. You can visit this place at the time of Mahashivratri.

Coorg

It is situated at 1525 meters above sea level in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. It is also a famous hill station in Karnataka, as well as an ideal summer retreat in the south.

It is also known as the ‘the Scotland of India’, just because of its natural landscape, and coffee is also famous here.

This place provides the facility of trekking as well as camping, and you can also explore here the white water rafting and a charming Namdroling Tibetan settlement. You can spend here around 1 or 2 days and it is around 117 km from Mysore. October to May is the best time to visit this place.

Sakleshpur

This place is surrounded by greenery and you can also see here the plants of coffee, tea as well as spices. This is the best place for nature lovers there is no doubt about it. If you are finding peace and calmness then this place may be a good choice for you.

There are lots of ancient temples, forts, as well as other attractions, are also here for tourists and they can plan a memorable trip with their family at this place. Mangalore is around 136 km from here.

There are some popular places are situated here like Manjarabad Fort, Manjehalli Waterfalls, Sakleshwara Temple, Kukke Subramanya Temple, Hemavathi Dam, Hadlu Waterfall, Eshwara Temple, etc.

Kodachadri

This village is surrounded by mountain hills and it is best for trekkers as well as hikers. When you will do trekking here so you will get an adrenaline rush, the beautiful views and once you will reach the top you will fall in the love with this place just because of its beauty and you will be able to see the famous jog falls.

This is the less crowded area of Karnataka so you will also feel very calm here. You can stay here at RNS residence and Soans island resort and there are also lots of well-furnished hotels available at this place. October to March will be the best time to visit this place. It is around 20 km from the color.

Kundadri Hill

Kundadri is a huge rock sitting which is situated around 3000 feet above sea level. The 360-degree views of this place attract lots of tourists from the top sight. This is one of the top hill stations of Karnataka and if you come here then you will surely forget all the worries of the world because this is a very calm and peaceful place.

The best time to come here is summertime. There are also some best hotels that you can choose for your stay like Surya Comfort, Royale orchid, etc.

The best places to visit here are Mattur Lake, Sakrebailu Elephant Camp, Jog Falls, Tiger as well as Lion Safari, and Dabbe Falls. November to February is the best time to explore this place. It is around 60 km away from Udupi.

Anthargange

If you are seeking the hill stations in Karnataka which are nearer to Bangalore city then you can visit, Anthargange. It is situated around an altitude of 5617 feet above sea level and Bangalore is only 69 km away from this place.

There are lots of things here to visit apart from its lush plantations the place is popular for its caves, different shapes of boulders, natural volcanic rocks as well as trekking trails. These houses of the hill station and prominent temples are so attractive and attract a lot of pilgrims from far and near.

There are some popular places that you can visit here as Anthargange Temple, Anthargange Caves, Shri Kashi Vishweshwara Temple, etc. Caves are also big tourist attractions here apart from these you can enjoy rock climbing, trekking, and camping as well.

From October to March, you can come here and visit this place. The nearest airport to this place is Kempe Gowda airport of Bangaluru and the nearest railway station is Kolar which is around 5 km.

Gangamoola

This place is surrounded by dense forest and lush greenery. Gangamoola is an ideal place for those people who want to spend quality time around nature. The misty climate as well as the stunning landscapes of this hill station attracts lots of tourists from around the world.

This place is also the origin point of three major rivers – Bhadra, Tunga, and Netravati. There are some famous places are here which you can visit like Sri Annapoorneshwari Temple, Sirimane Waterfalls, Hanumana Gundi Falls, Ambaa Teertha, Gomateshwara Statue, Chaturmukha Basadi, Shree Venkataramana Temple, etc.

Mangalore is around 77 km away from this place and the best time to visit this place is from November to March. The nearest railway station is Udupi from here.

 Conclusion

If you plan to go to the above hill stations so surely you will be able to get rid of your daily life worries and will be able to see the world with a new perspective.

The above list of the best hill stations in Karnataka will support you plan the best getaway, whether you are planning a family vacation with your family members or you can plan a fun trip with friends, or a romantic outing with your wife.

The geographical location as well as a rich culture make Karnataka one of the best states to visit in India. The presence of the Western Ghats makes this state the best place for adventure junkies and nature lovers.

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