What to expect
Highlights
- The two-leap ~200 m fall into a gorge.
- The forest-gorge panorama from the viewpoint.
- Post-monsoon volume and mist.
Magod Falls
A waterfall near Yellapur where the Bedti (Gangavali) river drops in two leaps of around 200 m into a wooded gorge, seen from a viewpoint. This waterfall guide is organized from Sirsi in Uttara Kannada 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 Magod Falls.
Practical guide
Plan Magod Falls
Typewaterfall
Nearest baseSirsi
Best timeAugust to January for full flow
Time needed1 to 1
EntrySmall or no fee
Nearest town/baseSirsi
DistrictUttara Kannada
Place typewaterfall
Time needed1 to 1.5 hours.
A waterfall near Yellapur where the Bedti (Gangavali) river drops in two leaps of around 200 m into a wooded gorge, seen from a viewpoint. This waterfall guide is organized from Sirsi in Uttara Kannada 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 Magod Falls.
Magod Falls, near Yellapur, is where the Bedti (Gangavali) river tumbles in two successive leaps totalling around 200 m into a deep wooded gorge.
It is viewed from a railed platform reached by a short walk, and is most spectacular in and just after the monsoon.
Visiting
Magod Falls — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timeAugust to January for full flow
Entry: Small or no fee
Getting there: ~18 km from Yellapur, ~50 km from Sirsi; car + short walk
A sheer gorge viewpoint — keep behind railings and mind children near the edge.
Getting there
How to visit
- ~18 km from Yellapur and ~50 km from Sirsi; drive to the viewpoint car park, then a short walk.
- Stay behind the railings — the gorge is sheer; go in daylight and wear good shoes.
Distance by road
- Panaji (Goa)100 km
- Hubballi165 km
- Udupi175 km
- Mangaluru270 km
- Bengaluru500 km
Road km to Uttara Kannada; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
August to January for full flow.
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Visitor notes
- A sheer gorge viewpoint — keep behind railings and control children near the edge.
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Where Magod Falls is
Good to know
Magod Falls — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Magod Falls?
August to January for full flow.
What are the entry fee and timings at Magod Falls?
Entry: Small or no fee. Timings: Daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Magod Falls?
~18 km from Yellapur and ~50 km from Sirsi; drive to the viewpoint car park, then a short walk. Stay behind the railings — the gorge is sheer; go in daylight and wear good shoes.
How much time do I need for Magod Falls?
1 to 1.5 hours.
What else is near Magod Falls?
Nearby you can pair Sathodi Falls (20.9 km), Sirsi Marikamba Temple (28.0 km), Yana (34.9 km), Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary (47.0 km).
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