What to expect
Highlights
- Reservoir and dam views at Pazhassi Dam
- Engineering landmark or garden/viewpoint stop
- Pair with nearby hill, forest or town routes
Pazhassi Dam
An earthen dam on the Valapattanam river near Mattannur, with a garden, boating and a hanging bridge — named after the freedom-fighter king Pazhassi Raja. This dam guide is organized from Mattannur and Airport in Kannur 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 Pazhassi Dam.
Practical guide
Plan Pazhassi Dam
Typedam
Nearest baseMattannur and Airport
Best timePost-monsoon and winter for scenery
Time needed1 to 2 hours
EntrySmall garden/boating charges (indicative, confirm on site); the dam view is otherwise free.
Nearest town/baseMattannur and Airport
DistrictKannur
Place typedam
Time needed1 to 2 hours.
An earthen dam on the Valapattanam river near Mattannur, with a garden, boating and a hanging bridge — named after the freedom-fighter king Pazhassi Raja. This dam guide is organized from Mattannur and Airport in Kannur 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 Pazhassi Dam.
Pazhassi Dam belongs under Mattannur and Airport, one of the practical travel bases in Kannur district. Use Mattannur and Airport for stays, food, local transport and operators, then plan this place as a focused stop rather than an isolated pin.
Visiting
Pazhassi Dam — at a glance
TimingsRoughly morning to evening; boating during the day.
Best timePost-monsoon, September to January, when the reservoir is full.
Entry: Small garden/boating charges (indicative, confirm on site); the dam view is otherwise free.
Getting there: Near Mattannur, about 33 km east of Kannur city, close to Kannur International Airport.
An earthen dam on the Valapattanam river with a garden, boating and a hanging bridge — named after the freedom-fighter king Pazhassi Raja, whose guerrilla war ranged through these hills.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Mattannur and Airport or a nearby town in Kannur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before leaving.
- Check public access status before travel; dam areas often have security rules and seasonal entry limits.
- If the visit depends on forest, temple, boat, ferry, weather or seasonal access, check the official/local rule on the day before travel.
Distance by road
- Kozhikode92 km
- Mangaluru143 km
- Mysuru179 km
- Coimbatore267 km
- Kochi270 km
Road km to Kannur; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
Post-monsoon and winter for scenery; monsoon access may change.
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Visitor notes
- Photography may be restricted in some dam/security zones.
- Carry ID if required.
Safety
Good to know
- Do not cross barriers or restricted zones.
- Follow release-warning and security instructions.
On the map
Where Pazhassi Dam is
Photos
Pazhassi Dam in pictures
Good to know
Pazhassi Dam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Pazhassi Dam?
Post-monsoon and winter for scenery; monsoon access may change.
What are the entry fee and timings at Pazhassi Dam?
Entry: Small garden/boating charges (indicative, confirm on site); the dam view is otherwise free.. Timings: Roughly morning to evening; boating during the day.. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Pazhassi Dam?
Base yourself in Mattannur and Airport or a nearby town in Kannur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before leaving. Check public access status before travel; dam areas often have security rules and seasonal entry limits. If the visit depends on forest, temple, boat, ferry, weather or seasonal access, check the official/local rule on the day before travel.
How much time do I need for Pazhassi Dam?
1 to 2 hours.
What else is near Pazhassi Dam?
Nearby you can pair Paithalmala trek (22.1 km), Palakkayam Thattu (22.3 km), Parassinikadavu Muthappan Temple (23.2 km), Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach (27.4 km).
What should I know before visiting Pazhassi Dam?
Do not cross barriers or restricted zones. Follow release-warning and security instructions.
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Hotel Sky Park Restaurant Mattannur
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Kannur Airport Official Contact
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Transit Hotel Mattannur
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Airport taxi · Mattannur and Airport
Kannur Airport Prepaid Taxi Ebix Cabs
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