Jog Falls in the state of Karnataka is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. The river Sharavati rises at Ambuthirtha in the Thirthahalli taluk and on its way to the Arabian Sea meets Haridravati and Yenne Hole before falling down the Jog Falls in 4 different segments. The Waterfall is surrounded by the hills and dense greenery of the Western Ghats. The water falling from a height of 830 ft is mesmerizing and majestic to say the least. The Tourism Department has built a staircase to reach the bottom of the hill and it consists of1400 steps. The average time to climb down is 1 hour while climbing back up takes almost double the time. There are a couple of viewing decks as well. Number of eateries, restaurants and both paid and free parking is available in the vicinity.
River - Sharavati
Taluka - Sagara
District - Shimoga
State - Karnataka
Names - Gerusoppa Falls, Gersoppa Falls, Jogada Gundi
Elevation - 1601 ft / 488 m
Height - 830 ft / 253 m
Number of Drops - 4
Names of the Drops - Raja, Rani, Rocket, Roarer
Longest Drop - 1559 ft / 472 m
Flow Rate - 5,400 cu.ft / s
Ranking
Second Largest Plunge Waterfall in India
36 th Free Falling Waterfalls in the World
128 th in Single Drop Waterfalls of the World
490 th in the World with respect to height
Dam Built on the River - Linganamakki, which is one of the largest hydroelectric power station in the country
How to Reach
Nearest Railway Station - Talaguppa Railway Station (20 Kms )
By Road - Bangalore to Jog Falls ( 411 Kms )
By Air - Mangalore International Airport
( 219 Kms )
Timing - 8.a.m. to 4.45 p.m.
Where to Stay
Home Stays
Sharavathi Adventure Camp, operated by Jungle Lodges & Resorts
Mandaara Comforts, 170 m
Prakruthi Yatri Nivas, 470 m
Sri Ranga Residency, 550 m
Jog Sharadha Homestay, 580 m
Hills View Stay, 640 m
Best Time to Visit - June to September ( Monsoon )
What to Do
Nature Walks, Bird Watching, Water Sports, Hiking
Viewing Points - 2
Total Steps - 1400
Nearby Attractions
Honnemaradu, 20 Kms
Keladi, 35 Kms
Images - wikipedia
