The second-highest plunge waterfall of India, Jog Falls is a major tourist attraction in Karnataka. Located on the border of Shimoga and Uttara Kannada districts of Karnataka, Jog waterfalls is the highest waterfall in the state. Jog falls drops about a huge 253 m (850 ft. ) in a single fall.
Get StartedConsidered to be one of the tallest
untiered waterfalls in India, Jog falls also known as Gersoppa Falls and Jogada
Gundiis are approximately 100 kms from Shimoga. The majestic Western Ghats give
way to the Sharavti river which then plunges from a height of 829 feet into
four cascades. The gorgeous waterfalls are surrounded by abundant greenery and
a spellbinding landscape.
The walk to the waterfall is marked
by well-defined craggy walking paths. Surrounded by wild shrubs and sharp
rocks, the trekking or walking trail to the waterfall is fairly easy to
navigate. The view of the untiered waterfall will leave you short of words. The
white sheets of water seem to fall with a sudden rush through the rocks jutting
out. You can view the breathtaking scene from a number of spots around the
waterfall. If you are looking for an action packed day, this is your answer. A
hearty picnic accompanied by the marvels of nature makes for a memorable
experience.
By
Air:
The nearest airport to Jog Waterfalls is Bangalore and the distance
from Bangalore airport to jog falls is near about 400 km.
By
Rail:
The nearest railway station to jog falls are Sagara and Talugappa.
Other nearest railway station to jog waterfalls is Honnavar which is
in the way of Mumbai-Mengaluru Konkan Route.
By
Road:
Through road via national highway 4 or 48, a perfect getaway destination for
people in Karnataka, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. Bikers tend to move solo
or in a group from Mangalore and Bangalore to jog falls. Local buses
too ply from places like Kolhapur, Goa, Hubli, Mangalore and Bangalore to
jog falls.
Weather: Jog falls weather is
pleasant over the year, but monsoons are bit unfavourable for people who want
to trek and want to go down the hill as the steps are quite slippery. Apart
from the months post monsoon, jog waterfalls have become a great
attraction for a large group of tourists to enjoy the flow, weather and its
beauty in months of November-February.
Best
time to visit Jog falls: Winter is the best time to visit Jog Falls as
the sky will be clear of the mist and will give a great picturesque landscape
for the tourists and photographers.
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