Badaghagra Waterfall
Badaghagra Falls is almost 10km away from the district of Keonjhar, is amongst the most popular picnic sites in the region. It is yet another small (200 ft) but exciting waterfall. One look at the beauty and serenity of the place is enough to understand why visitors make a beeline for it. It is located on the river Ghagra, that is a tributary of Baitrani River and and falls from a height of 60 meter. It is a perennial waterfall.
Badaghagra Falls is one of the central tourist attractions in the state of Orissa. The region around the Badaghagra waterfall is an ideal place for picnicking and trekking. The hilly terrain surrounding the waterfall Badaghagra is covered with lush green vegetation. Badaghagra Falls is one of the most prominent waterfalls in the country. The Badaghagra falls has a rich history to boast about. Tourists intending to visit the state of Orissa must definitely view the mesmerizing Badaghagra falls.
The place apart from the waterfall is noted for the lofty peaks that are covered with dense forests. Situated at just about 3 km from these majestic waterfalls is another waterfall by the same river called San Ghagra. The twin destinations provide unmatched fun to nature lovers and trekkers alike. The place is visited by tourist and picnickers throughout the year but once you have decided to be here in winter, come prepared with suitable apparels because the temperature here can drop to precariously low levels in those periods of the year. Service bus and hired vehicles are available at Keonjhar. For accommodation tourist will have to stay at Keonjhar.
District Headquarter : Keonjhar
Nearest Airport : Bhubaneswar
How to Reach :
Badaghagara is located at a distance of 10 Kilometers from District Headquarter. Tourists visiting Badaghagara have to pick the bus Services from Bhubaneswar to Keonjhar. Tourist can also choose hired Autorickshaw and Other Vehicles are available at Keonjhar to visit the spot. Those who travel by train the nearest Railway Station is Badahala.
Best Time : November to Frebruary
Contact Person : Asit Das (Tourist Officer Incharge)
