The state of Karnataka is a gift of the nature with water falls and rocky mountains which makes it a paradise for the lovers of Trekking in Karnataka. Beginning from the southern most parts of the Sahyadri hills in North Kanara to the Sholas of the Coorg, the entire region is ideal for trekking in Karnataka.
Trekking trails in Karnataka are concentrated in the 'ghat' districts of North and South Kanara, Shimoga, Chikmagalur, Hassan and Coorg.
Whenever you go for a trekking to these places, keep in mind that all of them are very interior ones as well as wild. So better carry your own food with yourself. You may have to opt for village houses, temple courtyards, ruined structures or even a cattle shed as camp sites for the night.
The best time for the trekking in Karnataka is just after the monsoon, that is in the months of September to December. In these months the landscape is lush green and in its most enchanting form. There is no scarcity of water.
The only problem with trekking in these months are the leeches. They are abundant in the wilds especially in these days. So never ever forget to carry salt with yourself while on trekking at Karnataka. You may however trek in the summer, but then the landscape looks less scenic.
So, if you love trekking, pack your bags for the next season. The most suitable and popular sites for trekking in Karnataka are:
- The district of North Kanara
- Shimoga district
- The district of South Kanara
- Chikmagalur district
