Highlights:

• Height: 25 mts.
• Best Time To Visit: July to October.
• River: Markandeya.
• Distance: 15 kms from Gokak.
• How To Reach: You can hire a taxi from Belgaum to do a 40km drive.
• Other Attractions: Two dams within 6km radius.

9. Gokak Falls:

The Gokak falls is a fall also situated in the Belgun district of Karnataka, India. It’s a miniature version of the Niagra falls where the Ghataprabha river after a long and windy course take a leap of 171 ft over a cliff made of sand-stone and make a breathtaking view as the gorge flows over a rugged valley. The waterfall make a horse-shoe shape at the brim.

Highlights:

• Height: 171 mts.
• Best Time To Visit: July to October.
• River: Ghataprabha.
• Distance: 65 kms from Belgaum.
• How To Reach: Nearest Railway station is Ghataprabha. You can also take KSRTC bus from Belgaum.
• Other Attractions: Ancient Chalukyan monuments on the banks of the river.

10. Kalhatti Falls:

Kalhatti Falls also known as Kalahasti Falls is situated in Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. The waterfall makes a perfect view as it cascades from the Chandra Drona Hills and makes a plunge of 400 ft. The waterfall is situated near the famous Veerabhadreshwara Temple of Lord Shiva. The water fall touches the elephant carvings of temple and it is believed that this water has the power to cure many diseases.

Highlights:

• Height: 122 mts.
• Best Time To Visit: July to November.
• River: Cauvery.
• Distance: 10 Km from Kemmanagudi Hill station.
• How To Reach: Nearest Railway station is Tarikere Town. Mangalore is the nearest airport.
• Other Attractions: Wildlife and trekking.

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11. Hogenakkal Waterfalls:

Hogenakkal waterfalls is one of the most picturesque destinations of Karnataka. It is located on the Kaveri river in Dharmapuri district. It gets its name Hogenakkala from its appearance of “Smoky Rocks”. This is often compared to Niagara falls due to its resemblance with the mighty falls. It is also believed that drinking water from this fall can cure many ailments.