Menmutty Waterfalls - A Trekker's Paradise

Meenmutty Falls is a three-tiered waterfall located about 29 km from Kalpetta in Wayanad District of Kerala State of India. The name ‘Meenmutty’ is originated by combining the Malayalam words ‘Meen’ meaning fish with ‘Mutty’ meaning blocked, perhaps due to the height and rocky face of the waterfall which prevents fishes from travelling upstream. The water falls from a height of 300 meters, it is the largest and most famous waterfall in the District. It is beautifully located amidst the lush green forest and holds the title of the second largest waterfall of the Kerala State. It is a great tourist place and famous picnic point too.

In order to reach the waterfall, a 2km trek through the jungle is required.  The water plunges down from the top in three tiers and all three tiers need separate treks to view them. 

The three different tiers of the falls also throw up their own challenges to the visitor. The first/ lowest tier can be reached by walking for about half a kilometre from the main entrance. This tier is small with water gushing down collected in a pool. The pool is safe to swim in if it is approved by the guards in the vicinity.

The second tier - which is in the middle - can be reached by climbing steps built over boulders. The narrow path is half a kilometre in length along the downstream of the river, offering wonderful views of the stream and the thick vegetation.

The third, topmost tier is a challenge to many. You will have to walk half a kilometre stretch through the stream stepping on slippery rocks with the help of ropes, and there are some steep ascends at some places. Once you are up at the top, the peak of the fall offers breathtaking views of Banasura Sagar Dam at a distance and surrounding valleys.

It takes 44 minutes to travel from Meenmutty Waterfalls to Wayanad. The approximate driving distance between Meenmutty Waterfalls and Wayanad is 37 km or 23 miles or 20 nautical miles. Travel time refers to the time taken if the distance is covered by a car. If you are planning to stay in a resort or hotel in Wayanad, then it is the best option to enjoy the Meenmutty waterfalls along with the other places, activities and adventures in Wayanad. Choose the best luxury resort in Wayanad far away from the maddening crowd.

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The best time to visit Meenmutty is from October to May.
Tip: Avoid monsoon season to visit this waterfall.

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