BANGALORE: A beautiful waterfall near Yellapur in North Canara district has been drawing people from across the state. Magod falls is a treat for nature lovers.
It is normally referred to as Twin Falls, as it falls in two-three steps. Originating at Kalaghatagi in Dharwad district as a small stream, it falls from the Bedti river from a height of 137 metres in Magod village.
The falls is in the midst of Arebailu Ghat, with picturesque Jenukallu Gudda nearby, a mountain with many beehives.
“Unless you are a poet, one can’t explain the beauty of these falls,” says Dr HS Malli, a nature lover from Kundapura.
He advises visitors to seek the help of villagers to reach the spot.
WALK IN THE CLOUDS Expresso takes you on a trip to two of the trekking paradises in the state. The picturesque Magod Falls and Shingani Gudda will delight any nature lover
HOW TO REACH?
Around 17 km from Yellapur. Take a deviation to the left after around 5 km on the way to Ankola on Ankola- Hubli NH 63. The road is good. To reach the bottom of the waterfalls, take a deviation after around 10 km. On the way to the falls you will come across Kavade Kere, a lake spanning around 60 acres.
POINT TO NOTE
The place is crowded on Sundays and holidays