Dhupgarh Mountain
Highest peak of Satpura Range in Madhya Pradesh
Dhupgarh crowns the Pachmarhi plateau as Madhya Pradesh's highest point; trekkers arrive for sunrise and sunset viewpoints, forested trails and cool hill-station walks around Pachmarhi.
Dhupgarh at a Glance#
Address: Dhupgarh, Pachmarhi area, Madhya Pradesh, India
About Dhupgarh#
Dhupgarh (also spelled Dhoopgarh) is the highest peak in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, located in the Satpura Range near the hill station of Pachmarhi. Its summit reaches approximately 1,352 metres above sea level.
The site is known for panoramic views across the Satpura hills and is a popular destination for sunrise and sunset viewing; visitors typically walk a short distance from the nearest road to reach the summit ridge. There are no large facilities on the peak, but the viewpoint is a regular stop for local tourists and trekkers.
The peak is a natural high point formed by the Satpura uplift and has long served as a local landmark rather than a constructed site. Its prominence has made it a traditional vantage point for the surrounding landscape.
Dhupgarh lies in central India within the Satpura Range, close to the Pachmarhi area in Madhya Pradesh, set among forested hills and plateau country.
- Elevation: At about 1,352 metres it is the highest point in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh and the highest peak of the Satpura Range within the state.
- Best time to visit: Popular as a sunrise and sunset viewpoint because of broad panoramas over the Satpura plateau and surrounding forested hills.
What to See#
- Summit (Dhupgarh): The summit ridge provides the principal viewpoint and marks the high point of the Satpura Range at 1,352 metres above sea level.
- Approach path: A short, well-used approach path links the nearest road to the summit area and viewpoint, used mainly by sunrise and sunset visitors.
How to Get to Dhupgarh#
Dhupgarh (Dhoopgarh) is reached from Pachmarhi town by road. Pachmarhi is accessible by bus and private vehicle from regional cities in Madhya Pradesh; the summit viewpoint is a short drive and walk from the town.
Tips for Visiting Dhupgarh#
- Sunrise is popular for summit watchers - the view from Dhupgarh (Dhoopgarh) across the Satpura Range is a regional highlight.
- Road access reaches the plateau section; a short walk from the parking area leads to the main viewpoints.
Best Time to Visit Dhupgarh#
Dhupgarh is best in winter for clear vistas and in the post-monsoon period for lush landscapes; monsoon rains can make trails muddy.
Weather & Climate near Dhupgarh#
Dhupgarh's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 8°C to 36°C. Heavy rainfall (2074 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 9° - 22° | 16° | 20 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 1.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.8h |
| February | Ideal | 11° - 25° | 18° | 16 mm | mostly sunny | 34% | 1.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.3h |
| March | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 17 mm | mostly sunny | 28% | 1.7 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 20° - 33° | 27° | 9 mm | clear | 22% | 1.6 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.6h |
| May | Ideal | 24° - 36° | 30° | 14 mm | mostly sunny | 25% | 1.9 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.1h |
| June | Very Good | 22° - 31° | 26° | 190 mm | partly cloudy | 57% | 2.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.4h |
| July | Good | 20° - 24° | 22° | 665 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.2h |
| August | Good | 19° - 23° | 21° | 645 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 12.8h |
| September | Good | 19° - 25° | 22° | 406 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 1.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 16° - 26° | 21° | 66 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 1.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.5h |
| November | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 17° | 16 mm | clear | 58% | 1.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 10.9h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 23° | 16° | 10 mm | clear | 45% | 1.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.7h |