Hill stations across Kerala

Scenic Hill Stations of Kerala

Find the best hill stations in Kerala, from Munnar and Wayanad to Thekkady and Vagamon, with tea gardens, forest trails, viewpoints, and cool mountain escapes.

A local guide to Kerala

Take the scenic route into Kerala’s hills

Tea-covered slopes, cool mornings, spice gardens, and forest trails give Kerala’s hill country a character of its own. Use this guide to discover Munnar, Wayanad, Thekkady, Vagamon, and other mountain destinations.

Browse by category or district, then open a listing for its recorded details and sources. Use the report link on a listing to flag information that needs review.

Scenic Hill Stations of Kerala

Adyanpara Falls

Waterfall
Malappuram District

The District Administration describes Adyanpara Falls as a cascading waterfall at Kurmbalangodu village in Nilambur taluk.

Agasthyakoodam

Sacred Peak
Thiruvananthapuram District

Kerala Tourism lists Agasthyakoodam at 1,890 metres and identifies it as Kerala's second-highest peak, correcting the older unsupported highest-peak wording. The peak lies in the Western Ghats and is noted for high biodiversity and medicinal plants; its association with sage Agastya is religious tradition, not a verified historical fact. Trekking is handled through digital permits according to the source. Permit availability and seasonal access can change, so check current Forest Department notices before planning.

Key Attractions:
Agasthya Peak Medicinal Plants Dense Forests
December to April
70 km

Ambalavayal

Attraction
Wayanad District

Details withheld pending official source review.

Key Attractions:
Heritage Museum Edakkal Caves Approach Ancient Settlements
October to May
310 km

Anamudi Peak

Mountain Peak
Idukki District

Anamudi Peak is the highest mountain in South India, set within the Western Ghats near Munnar and known for high-altitude grasslands, rich biodiversity, and dramatic mountain views.

Key Attractions:
Western Ghats scenery Forest and hillside views Local viewpoints
September to May
See local directions

Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall

Waterfall
Kottayam District

The Kottayam District Administration lists Aruvikkuzhy Waterfalls among the district’s tourist places.

Aryankavu

Forest Hill Station
Kollam District

Serene hill station with dense forests, streams, and traditional Kerala village culture.

Key Attractions:
Forest Reserves Mountain Streams Village Culture
November to April
85 km

Athirappilly Waterfall

Waterfall
Thrissur District

Athirappilly Falls is in Athirappilly Panchayat, Chalakudy Taluk, Thrissur district, on the Chalakudy River. The District Administration describes Vazhachal Falls as a nearby waterfall.

Key Attractions:
Chalakudy River Vazhachal Falls

Attappady

Hill destination
Palakkad District

Description withheld pending official source review.

Banasura Sagar Dam

Dam
Wayanad District

The District Administration says Banasura Sagar Dam was constructed in 1979 across the Karamanathodu tributary of the Kabani River. It describes it as India's largest earthen dam and notes boating and scenic views; the superlative is attributed to that source.

Charpa Falls

Waterfall
Thrissur District

Kerala Tourism’s Thrissur brochure lists Charpa among the district’s waterfalls; the District Administration’s Athirappilly Waterfall page also includes it in the gallery.

Chembra Peak

Hill
Wayanad District

The District Administration identifies Chembra Peak near Meppady as the highest hill in Wayanad.

Chimmini

Wildlife Hill Area
Thrissur District

Hill area around Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary with rich flora and fauna.

Key Attractions:
Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary Reservoir Dense Forests
October to April
85 km

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