Pushpagiri (mountain) Mountain

Address: Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary / Pushpagiri peak area, Kodagu (Coorg) and Dakshina Kannada districts, Karnataka, India

Pushpagiri is a mountain in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, India, and forms part of the region’s upland forest terrain. The area is noted for montane rainforest and biodiversity.

The mountain and its surroundings attract hikers and nature observers interested in hill forest, endemic flora and birdlife. Trails and informal routes lead into higher forested slopes; conditions can be steep and wet outside the dry season.

The mountain has long been part of local religious and cultural landscapes and in modern times has been included within conservation planning for the Western Ghats. Protected-area designations in the region aim to conserve habitat and biodiversity.

Pushpagiri sits within the Western Ghats of Karnataka, in the state’s hilly interior. It is accessed from local towns and villages in the district where the Western Ghats rise from the coastal plain.

• Ecological importance: Part of the Western Ghats mountain system and associated protected areas, the site supports montane forest and a number of endemic plant and animal species.

The sanctuary is reached by road from towns such as Madikeri (Kodagu) or Sullia; final approaches often require local jeep transfers and short treks. Public transport is limited; hire a car or use local taxis from nearby towns.

• Hire a local conservation-minded guide - the sanctuary has sensitive habitats and sacred groves that benefit from guided visits.
• Access trails can be steep and muddy; start early and plan daylight returns.
• Combine a visit with nearby Kodagu hill stations for better transport options and accommodation.