What to expect
Highlights
- The 52 m falls and the Rameshwara temple at the base.
- The Ramayana legend and Shivaratri pilgrimage.
- The Brahmagiri trailhead beside the falls.
Iruppu Falls
Iruppu (Irpu) Falls is a 52 m waterfall on the Lakshmana Tirtha stream in south Kodagu near Srimangala, at the foot of the Brahmagiri hills. It is both a scenic cascade and a sacred site, tied by legend to the Ramayana.
Practical guide
Plan Iruppu Falls
Typewaterfall
Nearest baseSrimangala
Best timeJuly to December for the strongest flow
Time needed1 to 1
EntryEntry ticket applies
Nearest town/baseSrimangala
DistrictKodagu
Place typewaterfall
Time needed1 to 1.5 hours.
Iruppu (Irpu) Falls is a 52 m waterfall on the Lakshmana Tirtha stream in south Kodagu near Srimangala, at the foot of the Brahmagiri hills. It is both a scenic cascade and a sacred site, tied by legend to the Ramayana.
A Rameshwara Shiva temple stands at the base and draws pilgrims, especially on Shivaratri, and the falls mark the starting point of the Brahmagiri trek. They are fullest during and just after the monsoon.
Visiting
Iruppu Falls — at a glance
Timings~8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Best timeJuly to December; Shivaratri (Feb/Mar)
Entry: Entry ticket applies
Getting there: ~45 km from Virajpet near Srimangala/Kurchi
Rameshwara temple at the base; Brahmagiri trailhead; slippery steps.
Getting there
How to visit
- About 45 km from Virajpet near Srimangala/Kurchi; reached by car, then a short paved walk from the car park.
- A forest/entry ticket applies; the last steps to the falls can be slippery.
Distance by road
- Mysuru120 km
- Bengaluru260 km
- Mangaluru135 km
- Kannur115 km
- Ooty210 km
Road km to Kodagu; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
July to December for the strongest flow; Shivaratri (Feb/Mar) is the big temple day.
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Visitor notes
- Entry fee applies; a pilgrimage site — dress modestly at the temple and take care on wet rocks.
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Iruppu Falls — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Iruppu Falls?
July to December for the strongest flow; Shivaratri (Feb/Mar) is the big temple day.
What are the entry fee and timings at Iruppu Falls?
Entry: Entry ticket applies. Timings: ~8:00 AM - 5:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Iruppu Falls?
About 45 km from Virajpet near Srimangala/Kurchi; reached by car, then a short paved walk from the car park. A forest/entry ticket applies; the last steps to the falls can be slippery.
How much time do I need for Iruppu Falls?
1 to 1.5 hours.
What else is near Iruppu Falls?
Nearby you can pair Brahmagiri Peak (4.1 km), SAI Sanctuary (11.0 km), Nagarhole National Park (20.9 km), Chelavara Falls (42.9 km).
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