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Garud Chatti Falls — Temple Cascade

The Temple Cascade of Garud Chatti Falls is the cascade near the temple of the waterfall, a sacred waterfall adjacent to a religious site, often used for ritual bathing. Located on the Garud Chatti stream (Ganga tributary) in Near Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh area, Uttarakhand, this section of the falls is best experienced during Year-round (June to October for maximum flow).

Main FallsGarud Chatti Falls
LocationNear Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh area, Uttarakhand
River / SourceGarud Chatti stream (Ganga tributary)
StateUttarakhand
Falls TypeForest waterfall near Rishikesh
Best SeasonYear-round (June to October for maximum flow)

About This Section

This page documents the cascade near the temple of Garud Chatti Falls — a sacred waterfall adjacent to a religious site, often used for ritual bathing. Garud Chatti is a cascading waterfall in a forest clearing near Rishikesh, combining a short scenic trek through Garhwal foothills forest with a peaceful waterfall pool — a popular half-day excursion from the spiritual city

Garud Chatti Falls flows on the Garud Chatti stream (Ganga tributary) in Tehri Garhwal / Chamoli, Uttarakhand. The falls reach 15–40m. This temple cascade section is a distinct viewpoint within the larger waterfall complex.

Viewing & Access

To reach the temple cascade of Garud Chatti Falls, first reach the main falls complex in Tehri Garhwal / Chamoli, Uttarakhand. 3 km forest walk from Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh. The temple cascade is a sacred waterfall adjacent to a religious site, often used for ritual bathing of the main cascade.

The primary access route to Garud Chatti Falls is: 3 km forest walk from Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh

Visitor Information

Best SeasonYear-round (June to October for maximum flow)
State / DistrictUttarakhand — Tehri Garhwal / Chamoli
RiverGarud Chatti stream (Ganga tributary)
Height (main falls)15–40m
Access Note3 km forest walk from Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh
Special NoteGarud Chatti is a cascading waterfall in a forest clearing near Rishikesh, combining a short scenic trek through Garhwal foothills forest with a peaceful waterfall pool — a popular half-day excursion from the spiritual city

Explore Garud Chatti Falls

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