Devkund waterfalls

Devkund waterfall

Devkund waterfall is a secluded little place situated deep inside the forests surrounding Bhira dam. Devkund Waterfall is a virgin place with clear water. It is the confluence of three waterfalls and is said to be the origin of Kundalika River.This place was little known to trekkers till recent times and has come into limelight due to the waterfall present deep inside the forest.It is about a three-hour trek from base village along the dam backwater and through forest to reach this place known as ‘Devkund’. A major part of the trek goes through some semi-dried forests with the river running parallel and sometimes crisscrossing through the route. A guide is required to be taken during the trek as there is dense forest around.

                   Though there isn’t much history associated with the falls, locals here believe that once upon a time utensils used to emerge from the kund (pond) whenever there was any auspicious ceremony happening in the local village.True or not, the place has its own beauty, with the water dropping from a height of over 80 ft straight into a pond of approx. 30 mt diameter.

Why we should visit -

It is the Most Beautiful Waterfall in Maharashtra.The Devkund Waterfalls is the perfect getaway for a short trip away from the city life.It is also a cool place to be, away from crowds at hill stations. We can enjoy the natural pool below the waterfalls. Exploring the dense forest. Another good reason to visit is that it gives you the chance to enjoy hiking. If you love the outdoors, you’ll enjoy the experience of trekking up to the peak of the waterfall.


HOW TO REACH BHIRA
      (Base village of Devkund waterfall)


Nearest railway junctions
Mangaon railway station. 30 km away.
Lonavala railway station. 82 km away.

By Road
From Mumbai
You can get to Devkund Waterfalls from Mumbai by road. This is probably the easiest way to reach. To get to Devkund, you need to drive to Karjat, from there to Pali, and from there to Bhira.
If you want to travel by bus, you need to board one from Karjat Station, go up to Pali and change buses to get to Bhira.

 From Pune
The drive from Pune  is about an half an hour.They are two routs for waterfall,one rout was passing through Tamhini ghat & another was from Lonavla & khapoli car can reach Bihri village easily
Buses to Devkund ply from Khopoli to Pali and from Pali to Bhira.


By Train

From Mumbai
Catch a CST local to Karjat and from there a bus to Pali, then onto Bhira. Check local listings for bus timing.

From Pune
There are no direct trains to Bhira from Pune. To get to the falls, you will have to take a train from Pune to Khopoli and from there take a bus.

The Devkund trail begins from the Bhira village. The trek will take you two hours to complete, at a normal pace. To know where to start, look out for the Tata Power Plant or the Bhira Dam. Take a left from the power plant and then head into the village where you’ll come across a food stall. You could have a few snacks, get proper directions and then make the climb up.Please note that it is safer to take a guide with you to the falls. Local guides are available near the starting point in Bhira.

Tip to remember

Lunch/Dinner is available at the base village. Small huts offering tea, lemon juice, chips are found on the way.
Camping near the waterfall is not allowed. However, you can camp near the reservoir. Also, you can stay at Bhira village.
Villagers have set up a registration desk at the beginning of the trail. You need to hire a local guide here. Although no guide is required for the trail, the people at the registration desk insist you on taking a guide.