Hogenakkal Falls is a beautiful fall on the river Kaveri in the Dharmapuri district of Tamilnadu state, India.

Hogenakkal Falls.

Hogenakkal Falls means smocking rocks, and the name is derived from two Kannada words: hoge (meaning fog) and kai (meaning rock). When the gushing waters fall on the rock, it looks like smoke emanating from the rocks.

Hogenakkal Falls are formed by the 14 shimmering streams of river Kaveri that cascade from different heights, ranging from 15 feet to 65 feet. It is one of the dream destinations for any waterfall lover in India.

Boating in coracles (a kind of primitive bowl-shaped boat) made of Bamboo is the main tourist attraction at Hogenakkal Falls (or Hogenakal Falls). These boats can usually carry eight passengers at one time. (Coracles are used mainly in the U.K., Ireland, and some Asian countries.)

Areas surrounding the Falls are known for some of the oldest Carbonatite rocks in South Asia.

Nature Walking, hiking, and trekking are other activities for any tourist to this falls. Kollimalai hill is a nearby hill famous for trekking.

How Do I Go to Hogenakkal Falls?

The nearest town to this falls is Dharmapuri Town.

The nearest railway station to the Falls is Salem Junction, around 50 kilometers away.

Some of the nearest major international airports are Bangalore (in Karnataka state), Chennai (in Tamil Nadu state), and Cochin (in Kerala state). Chennai airport is around 330 kilometers, and Bangalore airport is around 150 kilometers from the falls. Cochin Airport is at a distance of around 367 kilometers from Hogenakal Falls.

What is the Ideal Time to Visit Hogenakal Falls?

Though this waterfall is a perennial one, the ideal time to visit Hogenakal Falls is after the onset of Monsoon rains. i.e., from June till November or December, depending on rainfall.