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At a Glance: Essential Visitor Information
TimingsDaytime
Entry feeFree/nominal
Best time to visitPost-monsoon (fullest) and April to June
From city centreAbout 2 km
LocationKodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
Know before you go
About Bear Shola Falls
Bear Shola Falls, a short distance from Kodaikanal Lake, is a seasonal waterfall tucked in a forested reserve, at its fullest during and after the monsoon. Named for bears that once drank here, its shaded, peaceful setting makes it a pleasant picnic and nature stop.
Getting there
How to Reach Bear Shola Falls
Roughly 2 km from the lake in Kodaikanal; walkable or short ride.
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Nearby Attractions to Combine with Your Visit
More places in Kodaikanal to see on the same trip, nearest first.
≈ 850 m
Kodaikanal Lake
Star-shaped man-made lake at the heart of town, famous for boating and cycling.
850 m awayView details →
≈ 1 km
Coaker's Walk
Paved cliffside promenade with panoramic valley views.
1 km awayView details →
≈ 1 km
Bryant Park
Landscaped botanical garden near the lake with a rich variety of plants.
1 km awayView details →
≈ 3.1 km
Pillar Rocks & Guna Caves
Three giant vertical rock pillars and a forested cave area with valley views.
3.1 km awayView details →
≈ 10 km
Berijam Lake
Serene forest-fringed reservoir in a conservation area, rich in wildlife.
10 km awayView details →
≈ Straight-line distance from Bear Shola Falls. The road route is usually longer.
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