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Here’s a clear and concise guide to Bheemanavaare Hills (also called Bheemanavare Gudda) — a peaceful, lesser-known hilltop located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka.


🏞️ Bheemanavaare Hills – Overview

FeatureDetails
LocationNear Hallibail village, off the Sirsi–Kumta road, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka
AltitudeApprox. 636 meters (2,087 feet) above sea level
RegionWestern Ghats, between Sirsi and Siddapur
Known ForSunset viewpoint, peaceful atmosphere, forested surroundings
Nearest TownsSirsi (~30 km), Siddapur (~40 km)

🌅 Why Visit Bheemanavaare?

  • Stunning sunset views over the Western Ghats
  • Calm and uncrowded — ideal for peaceful getaways
  • Surrounded by lush forests, valleys, and streams
  • Great for nature lovers, photographers, and casual travelers

🥾 Trek & Accessibility

FeatureDetails
Trek DifficultyVery easy – short walk from parking area
Access TypeCan reach by vehicle (bike/car) to viewpoint
Trail TypeOpen grassland, gentle slope
Recommended TimeEvening for sunset, or early morning for mist views

🌿 Nature & Landscape

  • Located in the rain-rich Nilkunda region
  • Part of the Western Ghats – a UNESCO World Heritage biodiversity hotspot
  • Offers views of distant Aghanashini River and thick forest cover

🗓️ Best Time to Visit

SeasonNotes
October – MarchIdeal – cool weather, clear skies
June – SeptemberLush greenery but trails may be slippery
April – MayWarm afternoons, but sunsets still pleasant

📍 Nearby Attractions

PlaceDistanceHighlight
Bennehole Falls~15 kmJungle waterfall trek
Unchalli Falls~40 kmOne of Karnataka’s tallest waterfalls
Sahasralinga~30 kmRiver with thousands of Shiva lingas
Yana Rocks~60 kmBlack limestone rock formations
Manjuguni Temple~20 kmSacred Vishnu temple in the hills

🛣️ How to Reach

  • From Sirsi:
    Route: Sirsi → Heggarane → Amminalli → Hallibail → Bheemanavaare
    Distance: ~30 km by road
  • From Siddapur:
    Route: Siddapur → Nilkunda → Heggarane → Hallibail
    Distance: ~40 km
  • By Public Transport:
    Buses available to Sirsi, then local jeep/taxi to the site

Quick Summary

CategoryDetails
Altitude~636 m
TypeHilltop viewpoint, not a trekking peak
Ideal ForSunsets, solitude, light nature walks
Trek LevelEasy / short walk
RegionWestern Ghats, Sirsi – Uttara Kannada