Gugamal National Park
National Park Protected forest reserve in Maharashtra within Melghat region
In Maharashtra’s Gugamal National Park, teak and mixed dry‑deciduous forest support deer, wild boar and occasional big cats; visitors come for wildlife safaris, birdwatching, guided treks and village homestays in the Melghat highlands.
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Gugamal National Park is a protected area in northern Maharashtra, India, located in the Satpura hill system and forming part of the broader Melghat conservation landscape. The park conserves mixed deciduous forest and associated wildlife within the region.
The park supports populations of large mammals typical of central Indian forests, including tiger and leopard, as well as ungulates such as gaur, sambar and chital; habitat consists of dry and moist deciduous stands with riparian corridors. Visitors come for wildlife safaris, birdwatching and forest walks along established trails and dirt roads.
Gugamal forms a component of the Melghat Tiger Reserve and is managed under national conservation programs for protected areas and tiger conservation. Over time the area has seen formal protection measures and development of core and buffer zones to balance conservation and local livelihoods.
The park lies in Amravati district of Maharashtra within the Satpura foothills; nearby towns include Amravati and the hill station Chikhaldara, which serve as common gateways for visitors.
- Access and regulations: Entry to core forest areas is regulated under wildlife and tiger-reserve management; permits or guided access are commonly required.
- Best time for wildlife viewing: Wildlife is most active at dawn and dusk, making early morning drives or walks the best time for animal sightings.
How to Get to Gugamal National Park #
The park is in Maharashtra; approach from the nearest district towns by road. The nearest railheads are at larger towns in the region; private vehicles or local buses connect to park entry points. Coordinate with the Forest Department for permits and guides.
Tips for Visiting Gugamal National Park #
- Hire a local forest guide to increase chances of spotting game and to understand community-managed forest rules.
- Plan visits in the dry season for easier roads; monsoon months can make tracks impassable.
- Respect local grazing and grazing-rotation practices; many areas are community-managed.
Best Time to Visit Gugamal National Park #
Best in the dry season (November-February) for access and wildlife spotting; monsoon reduces accessibility.
Weather & Climate near Gugamal National Park #
Gugamal National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 13°C to 39°C. Abundant rainfall (1342 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 23°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is the hottest month with highs of 39°C and lows of 26°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (408 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (368 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (265 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
