Yelagiri Hills
A quiet hill station in the Eastern Ghats, offering cool weather, trekking trails, and a serene lake.
228 km from Chennai (approx. 4 hours via NH48)
Best time: October to March
How to Get There
Drive via NH48 through Vellore, then take the ghat road with 14 hairpin bends up to Yelagiri. Trains run to Jolarpettai, from where buses and taxis connect to Yelagiri. Direct buses from Koyambedu are also available.
Things to See & Do
- 1Yelagiri Lake, with boating and lakeside walks
- 2Swami Malai Hills, offering trekking with panoramic views
- 3Nature Park, featuring a rose garden and children's park
- 4Jalagamparai Waterfall (seasonal)
- 5Paragliding (adventure sports zone)
Travel Tips
- The ghat road has 14 hairpin bends, so drive carefully, especially at night
- Book accommodation in advance during holidays
- Pack warm clothing, as evenings can be cool even in summer
- Combine with a visit to Vellore Fort on the way