Dhupgarh
धूपगढ़
The highest peak in Madhya Pradesh, at about 1,350 meters, and the top choice in Pachmarhi for watching sunrise and sunset.
Dhupgarh is the highest point of the Satpura Range and of Madhya Pradesh, at about 1,350 meters. From the viewing platform at the summit, you can look out over layered sandstone ridges and dense forest. At sunset the mountains are painted gold and red, making it Pachmarhi's most classic experience, and sunrise is just as spectacular. From town, it takes about 1 hour by jeep on a mountain road, and the final stretch is a climb on foot. Visitors gather around sunset, so arrive at least an hour early to secure a spot, and bring warm clothing for the descent after dark. Most forest-area sites require you to hire a jeep at the jeep stand in town and buy a forest entry ticket.
Opening hours
Sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Reechgarh
- Duchess Falls
- Bee Falls
- Bison Lodge Interpretation Centre
- Handi Khoh
- Priyadarshini Point (Forsyth Point)
- Christ Church, Pachmarhi
- Bada Mahadev & Gupt Mahadev Caves