Bear Shola Falls

Bear Shola Falls is a seasonal waterfall located about 2 kilometres from Kodaikanal town in Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, within a reserve forest area. Surrounded by dense forest, it cascades over rocky slopes and is most active during and after the monsoon. Named for bears that once frequented the area to drink water, the falls is a popular nature stop near Kodaikanal Lake, offering a quiet forest setting and short trek access.

Visitors can expect a small seasonal waterfall set inside Bear Shola reserve forest, reached by a short downhill walk with steps from the parking area on Bear Shola Road. The site features rocky cascades surrounded by dense shola forest, a viewing area at the base, and a tranquil natural environment. Water flow varies seasonally, strongest during monsoon and post-monsoon months and often reduced to a trickle in summer. The area is suitable for sightseeing, photography and short nature walks.

The falls is named Bear Shola Falls because bears formerly frequented the shola forest to drink water at the falls. The surrounding forest is part of the reserve forest of the Palani Hills near Kodaikanal.