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Chunchi Kanakapura Falls — River Gorge

The River Gorge of Chunchi Kanakapura Falls is the river gorge section of the waterfall, where the river cuts through a rock gorge after the main fall. Located on the Arkavathi River in Kanakapura, 60 km south of Bengaluru, this section of the falls is best experienced during September to February (best after monsoon).

Main FallsChunchi Kanakapura Falls
LocationKanakapura, 60 km south of Bengaluru
River / SourceArkavathi River
StateKarnataka
Falls TypeRiver plunge and gorge
Best SeasonSeptember to February (best after monsoon)

About This Section

This page documents the river gorge section of Chunchi Kanakapura Falls — where the river cuts through a rock gorge after the main fall. The Kanakapura approach to Chunchi Falls provides a slightly different perspective of the Arkavathi gorge system, with a different access trail through the rocky terrain

Chunchi Kanakapura Falls flows on the Arkavathi River in Ramanagara, Karnataka. The falls reach 15m. This river gorge section is a distinct viewpoint within the larger waterfall complex.

Viewing & Access

To reach the river gorge of Chunchi Kanakapura Falls, first reach the main falls complex in Ramanagara, Karnataka. Via Kanakapura town; 3 km from Kanakapura to falls approach. The river gorge is where the river cuts through a rock gorge after the main fall of the main cascade.

The primary access route to Chunchi Kanakapura Falls is: Via Kanakapura town; 3 km from Kanakapura to falls approach

Visitor Information

Best SeasonSeptember to February (best after monsoon)
State / DistrictKarnataka — Ramanagara
RiverArkavathi River
Height (main falls)15m
Access NoteVia Kanakapura town; 3 km from Kanakapura to falls approach
Special NoteThe Kanakapura approach to Chunchi Falls provides a slightly different perspective of the Arkavathi gorge system, with a different access trail through the rocky terrain

Explore Chunchi Kanakapura Falls

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