- District
- Dakshina Kannada
- Base
- Subrahmanya
- Distance
- 22 km
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Altitude
- 1712 m
- Permit
- Required
Kumara Parvatha Trek Overview
Kumara Parvatha, also known as Pushpagiri, is legendary among South Indian trekkers for its grueling incline and beautiful landscape. Located inside the Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, the trail tests endurance with steep vertical ascents, boulder fields, and dense forest stretches.
The trek starts from the Kukke Subrahmanya side, passing through dense rainforest up to Bhattara Mane. From there, the trail ascends steeply to the viewpoints of Shesha Parvatha before navigating a vertical rock face to reach the ultimate Kumara Parvatha summit.
Highlights
- Bhattara Mane rest point
- Shesha Parvatha vertical ridge view
- Challenging large boulder stretch
Things to Carry
- Government ID
- Electrolyte powder
- Sturdy boots
- High-energy snacks
Permit Information
Permit: Required
Authority: Karnataka Forest Department
Booking: https://aranyavihaara.karnataka.gov.in
Notes: Trekkers must pass through the forest checkpost near Bhattara Mane.
Entry Fees and Timings
Adult fee: 425
Currency: INR
Reporting: 05:30 AM
Last entry: 09:00 AM
Guidelines
mandatory
High Fitness Level
Excellent physical condition is mandatory due to extreme endurance requirements.
Safety Notes
high
Dehydration Risk
The open grassland stretch above Bhattara Mane gets intensely hot with no shade.
FAQs
Can we camp at the peak?
No, overnight camping at the summit is strictly banned by the forest department.
Sources
- Karnataka Eco-Tourism Portal
Verified: permit_required, entry_fee_details · Retrieved 2026-07-19
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