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Burude Sagar Falls — Stream Section

The Stream Section of Burude Sagar Falls is the approach stream section of the waterfall, the river before it reaches the main waterfall formation. 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 approach stream section of Burude Sagar Falls — the river before it reaches the main waterfall formation. 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 stream section section is a distinct viewpoint within the larger waterfall complex.

Viewing & Access

To reach the stream section of Burude Sagar Falls, first reach the main falls complex in Shivamogga (Sagar taluka), Karnataka. Via Sagar town; forest trail required. The stream section is the river before it reaches the main waterfall formation 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.