1. Kodaikanal Lake
Timings: 6 AM–5 PM • Entry: Free • Best: Morning/Evening
Star-shaped lake with pedal boats, cycles, and walking paths. Great for families and couples.
2. Coaker’s Walk
Timings: 7 AM–7 PM • Entry: ₹10 approx • Best: Sunrise
A cliffside paved path offering panoramic views of the valley. Ideal for a peaceful walk.
3. Silver Cascade Falls
Timings: Open 24 hrs • Entry: Free • Best: Monsoon
180-ft waterfall on the roadside – great photo stop on the way into Kodaikanal.
4. Bryant Park
Timings: 9 AM–6 PM • Entry: ₹30 approx • Best: Feb–May
Beautiful botanical garden with seasonal flowers, greenhouses, and photography spots.
5. Pillar Rocks
Timings: 9 AM–4 PM • Entry: ₹5–10 • Best: Clear Days
Massive rock pillars rising from the misty valley – great viewpoint and picnic area.
6. Dolphin’s Nose
Timings: Daylight • Entry: Free • Best: Morning Trek
Flat rock cliff shaped like a dolphin's nose, reachable via forest trail. Offers stunning views.
7. Pine Forest
Timings: Daytime • Entry: Free • Best: All Year
Peaceful pine groves – ideal for casual strolls, photography, and film lovers.
8. Guna Caves
Timings: 9 AM–4:30 PM • Entry: ₹5–10 • Best: Clear Weather
Formerly known as Devil’s Kitchen, made famous by the Tamil film "Guna". Mysterious, fenced caves under massive trees.
9. Kurinji Andavar Temple
Timings: 7 AM–7 PM • Entry: Free • Best: Morning or Evening
A serene temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, known for its connection to the rare Kurinji flower that blooms once every 12 years. Offers peaceful vibes and panoramic views of the Palani Hills.
10. Berijam Lake
Timings: 7 AM–6 PM • Entry: Forest Permit • Best: Post-monsoon
Pristine forest lake accessible via permit – serene and ideal for birdwatchers & nature lovers.
