Kamalgad
कमळगड
The ruins of a hilltop fort behind Dhom Dam, reached by a 2 to 3 hour trek, where a rare deep well cut into ochre-red soil layers can be found.
Kamalgad sits above Dhom Dam and the Krishna valley at an altitude of about 1,375 metres. Most of its walls have crumbled, but the summit offers wide views over the reservoir, Panchgani and the Mahabaleshwar plateau. The most unusual feature inside the fort is a deep well cut into the rock layers, known as the geru vihir, with ochre-red soil forming its walls. From the village at the foot of the hill, the one-way hike takes about 2 to 3 hours. It suits experienced hikers, and plenty of water should be carried.
Opening hours
Open all day (daytime)
Nearby sights
- Kate's Point & Needle Hole Point
- Mapro Garden
- Dhom Dam
- Parsi Point
- Lingmala Waterfall
- Table Land, Panchgani
- Krishnabai Temple
- Mahabaleshwar & Panchganga Temples