Best hikes and trails in Indira Gandhi National Park

Best trails in Indira Gandhi National Park

3.3(3 reviews)

India
:
#24 of 102 national parks

Want to find the best trails in Indira Gandhi National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 6 great trails for birding, hiking, and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next hike or bike ride? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 144 to 875 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Indira Gandhi National Park.

Top trails

This is one of the loops nearby Chinnar that takes one into the spectacular Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. Verdant environments with a ton of animals that can be spotted in this region. A few of the animals that are common in this location are the deers, Gaur, Elephants, etc. Almost 225 species of birds can be spotted in this region, therefore, making this an amazing location for bird watching as well. This is one of those trails that provide one with serenity and tranquility.

#2 - Chinnakalar Falls Trail

Chinna Kallar Falls is a spectacular waterfall situated at Chinna Kallar village near Valparai, Tamilnadu. It is one of the popular waterfalls near Coimbatore, and among the most visited Valparai sightseeing places. The area where this waterfall is located is the third-highest rainfall receiving a place in India after Mawsynram and Cherrapunji. A hanging bridge has been constructed over the waterfall which offers mesmerizing views of the roaring waterfalls amidst lush greenery. Chinnakallar...

#3 - Chinnar Temple Saplithai Kovil

Nearby the stupendous city of Chinnar, this trail takes one into the Anamalai Tiger Reserve. Lush green surroundings with highly diverse flora and fauna can be observed here, few of the animals that can be spotted in this region are the golden jackal, leopard cat, jungle cat, chital, Indian muntjac, Indian spotted chevrotain, wild boar, etc. A lot of birds can be spotted over here as well, some of the birds that can be observed are cormorants, ducks, teal, darter, partridge, quail, jungle...

#4 - Topslip Trek

Moderate

•3.6 mi

This is a beautiful trail nearby Valparai that takes one to the Parambikulam Tiger Reserve. Lush green environments with many rivers and streams make up the surroundings of this location. Not, only that along with being verdant green this area is also highly biodiverse with many different species of plants, animals, and birds to explore this area is also known for a variety of insects as well. Butterflies, moths, spiders, etc are some of the insects that are widely found with many different...

#5 - Manjampatti Valley

Moderate

•8.8 mi

This is a beautiful trail that takes one deeper inside the forest area of the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. Verdant green environments make up the surroundings of this location with some of the most diverse ecosystems, various different species of flowers, animals, birds, and plants can be observed here. Views are some of the greatest that one can find in these regions.

#6 - Chinnar River Trail

Moderate

•3.1 mi

Chinnar river runs through the sanctuary and supports the ecology of the sanctuary. The Chinnar River originates in the Annamalai Hills below a grassy pass between the hills Kumarikkal Mala and Kaladekatti Malai In Idukki District, Kerala State South India. The trail is best suitable for evening and morning hikes and one can go to the trail to refresh themself away from the hustle and bustle of the city. One can encounter the beautiful sunset from the summit and can unwind by listening to the...

Explore more trails

Parks

Headed to a park?

Take AllTrails with you

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Indira Gandhi National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Indira Gandhi National Park is Chinnar Loop, which has a 4.0 star rating from 1 reviews. This trail is 2.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 508 ft.

What is the longest trail in Indira Gandhi National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Indira Gandhi National Park is Manjampatti Valley. This trail is estimated to be 8.8 mi long.

How many trails are in Indira Gandhi National Park?

There are 6 trails in Indira Gandhi National Park. These trails have an average 3.3-star rating from 3 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Indira Gandhi National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Indira Gandhi National Park has you covered. Manjampatti Valley boasts the most elevation gain with 875 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Topslip Trek, which will get you 807 ft of elevation gain.

Are there biking trails available in Indira Gandhi National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Indira Gandhi National Park which is Chinnar River Trail with an average star rating from 0 community reviews.