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Burude Sagar Falls — Forest Falls

The Forest Falls of Burude Sagar Falls is the waterfall within the forest reserve of the waterfall, accessible only through a forest trail requiring permission from the forest department. Located on the Burude stream (Sharavathi catchment) in Sagar taluka, Shivamogga, Karnataka, this section of the falls is best experienced during October to March.

Main FallsBurude Sagar Falls
LocationSagar taluka, Shivamogga, Karnataka
River / SourceBurude stream (Sharavathi catchment)
StateKarnataka
Falls TypeForest cascade in Malnad Western Ghats
Best SeasonOctober to March

About This Section

This page documents the waterfall within the forest reserve of Burude Sagar Falls — accessible only through a forest trail requiring permission from the forest department. A waterfall system in the Sagar taluka of Shivamogga district, within the Malnad (foothills) zone of Karnataka's Western Ghats — characterised by evergreen forest and high rainfall

Burude Sagar Falls flows on the Burude stream (Sharavathi catchment) in Shivamogga (Sagar taluka), Karnataka. The falls reach 30–70m. This forest falls section is a distinct viewpoint within the larger waterfall complex.

Viewing & Access

To reach the forest falls of Burude Sagar Falls, first reach the main falls complex in Shivamogga (Sagar taluka), Karnataka. Via Sagar town; forest trail required. The forest falls is accessible only through a forest trail requiring permission from the forest department of the main cascade.

The primary access route to Burude Sagar Falls is: Via Sagar town; forest trail required

Visitor Information

Best SeasonOctober to March
State / DistrictKarnataka — Shivamogga (Sagar taluka)
RiverBurude stream (Sharavathi catchment)
Height (main falls)30–70m
Access NoteVia Sagar town; forest trail required
Special NoteA waterfall system in the Sagar taluka of Shivamogga district, within the Malnad (foothills) zone of Karnataka's Western Ghats — characterised by evergreen forest and high rainfall

Explore Burude Sagar Falls

This is one section of the complete Burude Sagar Falls waterfall complex. Visit the main page for the complete guide including history, ecology, photography tips, and all viewpoints.