Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach
മുഴപ്പിലങ്ങാട് ബീച്ച്
A drive-on beach about 4 kilometers long, one of the longest in Asia. Its firm sand lets you drive right down to the sea, and offshore you can see Dharmadam Island.
The beach is crescent-shaped, with fine, compacted sand. Cars and motorbikes can drive along the surf line, making it North Kerala's most popular weekend destination. Recent additions include walkways, viewing platforms and parking, along with beach buggies, paragliding and other activities. Entry to the beach is free, but in some sections vehicles are admitted only in designated time slots, so follow the on-site signs. Driving is banned during high tide and in monsoon season. The beach lies between Kannur and Thalassery, about 15 kilometers from Kannur.
Opening hours
Open all day (driving limited to daytime)
Nearby sights
- Dharmadam Island
- Gundert Bungalow
- Overbury's Folly
- Thalassery Fort
- Mappila Bay & Kannur Lighthouse
- Arakkal Museum
- St. Angelo Fort
- Payyambalam Beach