8 Beautiful Waterfalls To Visit In Chhattisgarh

OT Staff

Chitrakote Falls (Bastar)

Known as the “Niagara of India”, this 29-metre high horseshoe-shaped waterfall spans nearly 300 m in width during the monsoon. It is located 38 km from Jagdalpur on the Indravati River.

A view of Chitrakote Falls | @TAdventurousoul/x

Teerathgarh Falls (Kanger Valley National Park)

A stunning 91-metre tall block waterfall cascading in a single drop, Teerathgarh lies within Kanger Valley National Park, about 35 km from Jagdalpur, surrounded by dense forest and rugged terrain.

The majestic Teerathgarh Falls | @ravidhingra_/x

Mendri Ghumar Waterfall (Bastar)

A seasonal waterfall about 70 m in height, Mendri Ghumar is set west of Jagdalpur and offers a peaceful plunge pool amid green forest, ideal for eco-tourism and quiet escapes.

A view of Mendri Ghumar Waterfall | @junoesque/x

Tamda Ghumar Falls (Bastar)

Located approximately 45 km from Jagdalpur, this monsoon-fed waterfall drops around 30 m. Its remote, forested setting makes it ideal for those seeking solitude and nature during the rainy season.

A look at Tamda Ghumar Falls | @anzaarnabi/x

Kutumsar Waterfall (Kanger Valley National Park)

Situated within India’s longest natural cave system, this unique cave waterfall lies near Darbha. Surrounded by stalactites and stalagmites, it’s a remarkable subterranean addition to Chhattisgarh’s ecological treasures.

Kutumsar Waterfall | hammad_miya_bareilly_sharif/instagram

Ghatarani Waterfall (near Raipur)

Around 75 km from Raipur, Ghatarani tumbles through thick forest into a scenic pool. A popular picnic and trekking destination, it also features a small temple and a picturesque footbridge.

A view of Ghatarani Waterfall | @pradeep14335/x

Amrit Dhara Falls (Koriya District)

This 90-ft perennial waterfall flows from the Hasdeo River and is associated with a Shiva temple nearby. It hosts a grand Shivaratri fair, attracting both pilgrims and tourists year-round.

A magnificent view of Amrit Dhara Falls | @T2indiaIn/x

Mandwa Waterfalls (Bastar)

Located 31 km from Jagdalpur, Mandwa Waterfalls cascade over 70 ft in multiple steps. Surrounded by forest, it lies near Teerathgarh and Kanger Dhara, within the lush Kanger Valley region.

A serene look at Mandwa Waterfalls | framefusion_/instagram

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