Sunset Point (Porcupine Point)
The best spot in northwest Matheran for watching the sunset, as the evening sun slips down between the layered peaks of the Western Ghats.
Porcupine Point, also known as Sunset Point, sits on the northwestern edge of the plateau. In the evening, visitors gather here to watch the sun sink behind the stacked ridgelines, and on clear days you can see Prabalgad Fort and the plains far beyond. It is about 3 km from the market, roughly an hour's walk, or you can ride a horse. Forest paths grow dark quickly after sunset, so bring a torch and walk back in a group. Weekend evenings are crowded, so arrive early to secure a good spot.
Opening hours
Open all day (arrive at least 1 hour before sunset)
Nearby sights
- Monkey Point
- Honeymoon Point
- Hart Point
- Matheran Hill Railway
- Matheran Market (Kapadia Market)
- Echo Point
- Louisa Point
- Charlotte Lake