Jog Falls - Karnataka

Jog Falls, Karnataka

Jog Falls is situated on the borders of Shimoga and North Kanara, 100 Kms from Shimoga city.The Western Ghats gives rise to the Sharavati river that plunges from a height of 829 feet in four magnificent cascades namely Raja, Rani, Roarer and Rocket. Jog falls, being the tallestwaterfalls in India is situated in the dense evergreen forests, 16kms from Talguppa nearest railway station, Shimoga district, Karnataka.You can also reach this falls en route National Highway 48 or 4.The effect is greatly heightened by the wild and beautiful region around which is covered with a wealth of luxuriant vegetation. The steps cut into rocks will lead you to the very depths of the fall and shower you with vaporous spray that bounces off these rocks.During Monsoons the Jog falls voluminous creating a spectacular sight with rainbows every now and then. One can take a adventurous walk at the bottom of the gorge when the sluice gates of the Linganmakki dam are closed.The best time to visit the Jog is in winter when the sky is clear of the mist.The place is well connected by rail and road from Shimoga city and number of government & private buses ply between Shimoga and Jog Falls.Jog falls is also known as Gerusoppaa falls, is the highest untiered waterfalls in India as it drops directly and does not stream on to the rocks.August-December is considered the season of best flow and the best time to visit. Jog is situated 30 Kms  away from Sagara, and 379 kms away from Bangalore.