Situated in Chikmagalur, Kemmangundi is a hill station that was once the summer retreat of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV and as a mark of respect to the king, it is also known as the Krishnarajendra Hill Station. Camping in Kemmangundi dips you into the centre of natural beauty with bubbling mountain streams, ornamental gardens bursting with showy blooms, mountain peaks that pierce the sky and misty hued valleys.
The hill station is ringed by the Baba Budangiri Range and camping in Kemmangundi allows you to fall asleep to the sight of majestic craggy rock peering at you from a spectacular height. The weather is cool and pleasant throughout the year, creating a relaxing getaway from the dusty heat of the cities.
If you’re a trekking enthusiast, camping in Kemmangundi gives you a plethora of enchanting trekking spots. Conquer Baba Budangiri and Mullayanagiri to see the vistas from their summits. Love flowers? The rose garden maintained by the Horticultural Department of Karnataka is filled with diverse varieties of roses and the frail petals of crimson, buttery yellow, rosy pink and white perfumes the air with a sweet fragrance.
A popular spot for trekking, Kemmangundi draws you in with the promise of mountain trails, routes to cascading waterfalls and paths diverging through lovely rose gardens, dense forests and lush meadows.
While options for camping in Kemmangundi are few, the campsites that are available are well worth the visit. So, pack your bags and set up your tents under the starry skies of Kemmangundi.
Witness the gleaming hue of the setting sun from the camping site of Kemmangundi, a place famous amongst hikers and trekkers. The phenomenal surroundings with sparkling waterfalls makes this place rich with natural splendor. It’s time to get your hands gritty as you camp outdoors. Kemmangundi Homestay gives you a...
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Witness the gleaming hue of the setting sun from the camping site of Kemmangundi, a place famous amongst hikers and trekkers. The phenomenal surroundings with sparkling waterfalls makes this place rich with natural splendor. It’s time to get your hands gritty as you camp outdoors. Kemmangundi Homestay gives you a...
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