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Elk Falls, Kotagiri
Elk Falls, also called Uyilatty Falls after the nearby village, lies about 7-8 km from Kotagiri and drops around 80 feet amid the Nilgiri hills. Reached by a short walk from the road, it is a scenic and relatively offbeat waterfall in the Kotagiri area.
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Elk Falls, Kotagiri
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseKotagiri
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKotagiri
DistrictThe Nilgiris
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
Elk Falls, also called Uyilatty Falls after the nearby village, lies about 7-8 km from Kotagiri and drops around 80 feet amid the Nilgiri hills. Reached by a short walk from the road, it is a scenic and relatively offbeat waterfall in the Kotagiri area.
Elk Falls, Kotagiri is planned from Kotagiri, one of the travel bases in The Nilgiris district. Use Kotagiri for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Elk Falls, Kotagiri — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timeSeptember to December (after the monsoon)
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 7-8 km from Kotagiri; nearest railway Coonoor NMR station (~30 km); nearest airport Coimbatore (CJB) ~85 km.
Offbeat waterfall reached by a short walk; slippery after rain.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kotagiri or nearby in The Nilgiris, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Elk Falls, Kotagiri — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Elk Falls, Kotagiri?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Elk Falls, Kotagiri?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Elk Falls, Kotagiri?
Base yourself in Kotagiri or nearby in The Nilgiris, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Elk Falls, Kotagiri?
About an hour.
What else is near Elk Falls, Kotagiri?
Nearby you can pair Catherine Falls (50 m), Longwood Shola (4.1 km), Highfield Tea Estate and Factory (6.2 km), John Sullivan Memorial (Kannerimukku Bungalow), Kotagiri (6.3 km).
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