What to expect
Highlights
- The summit trek through shola forest and grassland.
- The Sarvajna Peetha shrine at the top.
- The link to the Kollur Mookambika pilgrimage.
Kodachadri
A forested peak of about 1,343 m in the Mookambika range, among the highest in the region and a well-known trek, linked to the Kollur Mookambika temple and topped by the Sarvajna Peetha shrine. This trek guide is organized from Hosanagara in Shivamogga district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which verified stays, local guides, jeep or taxi operators, food stops, permits and safety-aware activity providers should be verified around Kodachadri.
Practical guide
Plan Kodachadri
Typetrek
Nearest baseHosanagara
Best timeOctober to February
Time neededA full day for the trek
EntryForest entry/jeep charges
Nearest town/baseHosanagara
DistrictShivamogga
Place typetrek
Time neededA full day for the trek.
A forested peak of about 1,343 m in the Mookambika range, among the highest in the region and a well-known trek, linked to the Kollur Mookambika temple and topped by the Sarvajna Peetha shrine. This trek guide is organized from Hosanagara in Shivamogga district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which verified stays, local guides, jeep or taxi operators, food stops, permits and safety-aware activity providers should be verified around Kodachadri.
Kodachadri is a forested peak of about 1,343 m in the Mookambika range, one of the highest in the region and a classic Western Ghats trek.
It is tied to the Kollur Mookambika temple below and is topped by the small Sarvajna Peetha shrine, with grasslands and shola forest along the way.
Trek facts
Kodachadri — at a glance
TimingsDay trek; start early
Best timeOctober to February; avoid the leechy monsoon
Entry: Forest entry/jeep charges
Getting here
How to reach Kodachadri
From Hosanagara/Nittur or via Kollur; trek with part-way jeeps
A strenuous forest trek — go with a guide, start early, carry water and food, not alone.
Getting there
How to visit
- Reached from the Hosanagara/Nittur side or via Kollur; the upper stretch is a trek, with rough jeep rides available part-way.
- A demanding day-trek — go with a guide or group, start early, and carry water and food.
Distance by road
- Chikkamagaluru90 km
- Udupi120 km
- Mangaluru185 km
- Hubballi200 km
- Bengaluru275 km
Road km to Shivamogga; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; avoid the leech-heavy monsoon for the trek.
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Visitor notes
- A strenuous forest trek — go with a guide, start early, carry water and food, and do not attempt it alone or late in the day.
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Kodachadri — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kodachadri?
October to February; avoid the leech-heavy monsoon for the trek.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kodachadri?
Entry: Forest entry/jeep charges. Timings: Day trek; start early. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kodachadri?
Reached from the Hosanagara/Nittur side or via Kollur; the upper stretch is a trek, with rough jeep rides available part-way. A demanding day-trek — go with a guide or group, start early, and carry water and food.
How much time do I need for Kodachadri?
A full day for the trek.
What else is near Kodachadri?
Nearby you can pair Nagara Fort (17.8 km), Kavaledurga Fort (30.9 km), Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple (34.4 km), Honnemaradu (35.3 km).
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- Kodachadri:Rayabhari, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 3.0