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Lohagad Fort Trek
Malavli, Lonavala, Maharashtra
Novice 6 km 3 hours4.4(2140)
A short stone-stepped fort climb in the Sahyadris — monsoon mist, the Vinchu Kata spur and an easy family day out.
Savlya Ghat View Point Hike
Tamhini, Mulshi, Maharashtra
OpenNovice 4.3(36 reviews)
A novice-grade regional route from Tamhini, Mulshi, catalogued from state tourism and community trail directories.
The numbers
Distance
9 km
Duration
2 hours
Elevation gain
145 m
Max altitude
361 m
Trail type
Loop
Best season
June–February
Route map
Tentative loop route · not survey-grade
Start: Tamhini, Mulshi — confirm the exact trailhead locally before you startRoute type: Loop9 km · +145 m · 2 hours
What the difficulty actually means
Short and mostly gentle. Expect a steady walk on a clear path with a few uphill stretches you can take at your own pace.
Fitness needed
Comfortable walking 3–5 km without a break
Technical exposure
Low — no scrambling or drop-offs on the main path
Terrain
Rock steps, laterite, forest floor and grassland
Recommended start: 6:30–8:00 am to avoid midday heat
Trust & sources
Government and forest sources take priority for permits, closures and legal access. Recent hiker reports supplement them with on-ground conditions.
Verified trailhead
Community SubmittedTamhini, Mulshi — confirm the exact trailhead locally before you start
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation·Community·Checked 2026-08-13Source
Current status
Community SubmittedOpen — No closure notified at the last check. Conditions change fast — read recent reports below.
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation·Community·Checked 2026-08-13Source
Permits & fees
Community SubmittedForest or reserve entry fee payable at the gate where applicable; carry photo ID.
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation·Community·Checked 2026-08-13Source
Guide requirement
Community SubmittedOptional, but useful in the first hour where paths branch.
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation·Community·Checked 2026-08-13Source
Getting there
Driving
Drive to Tamhini, Mulshi and park at the last motorable point near the trailhead.
Public transport
State buses and shared taxis reach Tamhini; the last leg is usually a local jeep.
Parking
Informal roadside or village parking; small fee common on weekends.
On the trail
Mobile coverage
Reasonable near the base, weak on the ridge
Water
Carry all your water; no reliable source
Food
Nothing on route — carry your own
Toilets
None on route
Family suitability
Not for children
Pets
Pets allowed
Safety
- Start early and turn back if weather closes in — most incidents happen on the descent in the dark.
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time; coverage is unreliable.
- Check with the local forest office on the morning of your hike.
Recent trail-condition reports
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Reviews
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