Mullayanagiri

Being the highest peak in Chikmagalur, Mullayanagiri stands tall at the height of 1950 meters above sea level. Known for its peaceful ambience and nature’s raw beauty, this peak is adorned with verdant grassland, rugged rocks, and a great trek path is also quite popular among adventure lovers.
Distance: 10 kms

Datta Peeta

Also known as Baba Budangiri, renowned for its shrine to the Sufi Saint, Hazrat Dada Hayat Khalandar and Hindu God Guru Dattatrey, are famous for their unique forest range in addition to hiking and trekking. Manikhyadhara Waterfall serves as the perfect camping spot and offers an alluring aura nestled in the laps of nature.
Distance: 25 kms

Kallathagiri Falls

The Kalhatti Falls is the first major waterfall around Chikmagalur, and easily the most distinctive one. Water drops from an overhanging ledge, allowing people to take showers beneath it. It houses the renowned Veerabhadra Temple, or Veerabhadreshwara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Owing to its legendary history, the waters from this waterfall is considered to be holy by locals, and is said to cure several diseases.
Distance: 45 kms

Hebbe Falls

Hebbe Falls gushes down from a height of 551 ft in two stages to form Dodda Hebbe (Big Falls) and Chikka Hebbe (Small Falls.) This waterfalls is inside a coffee estate and can be reached either by walk or four-wheeler. Post monsoon season from August till January is the best time to visit Hebbe waterfalls.
Distance: 57 kms

Kemmannu Gundi

Kemmangundi is a tranquil rural area surrounded by forest. The name Kemmangundi is derived from three words, ‘Kempu’ meaning ‘Red’, ‘Mannu’ meaning ‘Soil’ and ‘Gundi’ meaning ‘Pit’ in Kannada. All three put together means a place with red soil. The hill station is lined with mountains and hillocks, ornamental gardens, valleys, waterfalls that are a treat to the eyes and also a photographer’s delight.
Distance: 53 kms