Hill stations across Kerala

Scenic Hill Stations in Idukki

Explore hill stations in Idukki, with local highlights and useful ideas for planning a visit.

Each listing shows its information status. Sources and verification dates appear only when recorded; ListKerala does not claim independent verification without a listed source.

A local guide to Kerala

Take the scenic route into Kerala’s hills in Idukki

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. This guide focuses on hill stations in Idukki, with local listings to help you plan your visit.

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 in Idukki

Anamudi Peak

Mountain Peak
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

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

Devikulam

Hill destination
Idukki District
Status: VerifiedInformation last verified: September 2026Source: Kerala Tourism: Devikulam Hills
Sources:

Kerala Tourism lists Devikulam Hills as a destination near Munnar, in Idukki.

Echo Point

Scenic Viewpoint
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

Echo Point near Munnar is a scenic lakeside viewpoint where visitors can enjoy the mountain landscape, cool highland air, and the natural echo that gives the destination its name.

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

Idukki Dam

Engineering Landmark
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

Idukki Dam is one of Kerala’s most impressive engineering landmarks, rising between the Kuravan and Kurathi hills above a vast reservoir surrounded by the mountains of Idukki.

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

Kulamavu

Dam Valley
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

Scenic hill station near Kulamavu Dam with reservoir views and mountainous terrain.

Key Attractions:
Kulamavu Dam Reservoir Views Mountain Valleys
October to April
160 km

Kuttikanam

Border Hill Station
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

Hill station on Kerala-Tamil Nadu border known for cool climate and scenic beauty.

Key Attractions:
Border Views Pine Forests Cardamom Plantations
September to March
145 km

Mattupetty Dam

Mountain Reservoir
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

Mattupetty Dam is a popular Munnar sightseeing stop surrounded by tea-covered hills and forest, with a calm reservoir that is often paired with boating and nearby viewpoints.

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

Munnar

Hill station
Idukki District
Status: VerifiedInformation last verified: September 2026Source: Kerala Tourism: Munnar
Sources:

Kerala Tourism identifies Munnar as a hill station in Idukki and notes its location at the confluence of the Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala streams.

Painavu

Administrative Hill Station
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

District headquarters of Idukki with administrative importance and scenic surroundings.

Key Attractions:
District Collectorate Hill Views Government Gardens
October to March
165 km

Pallivasal

Hydel Project Area
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

Hill station known for first hydro-electric project in Kerala with scenic dam views.

Key Attractions:
Pallivasal Dam Hydro Electric Plant Mountain Views
October to March
155 km

Peermedu

Spice Hill Station
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

Aromatic hill station famous for cardamom, pepper, and other spice plantations.

Key Attractions:
Spice Plantations Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Abraham's Spice Garden
October to March
150 km

Rajamala

Wildlife Hill Station
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

Part of Eravikulam National Park, famous for Nilgiri Tahr and rolling grasslands.

Key Attractions:
Eravikulam National Park Nilgiri Tahr Rolling Hills
September to March
140 km

Showing 1–12 of 15 results