Catherine Falls

Catherine Falls is a double-cascaded waterfall located near Kotagiri in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, about 7 kilometres from Kotagiri town. Dropping approximately 250 feet in two stages, it is situated amid tea plantations and shola forests of the Nilgiri Hills. Visible from a dedicated viewpoint and accessible via a short trek, it is noted for its scenic setting and is considered one of the prominent waterfalls in the Nilgiris region.

Visitors can expect a double-cascaded waterfall dropping about 250 feet surrounded by tea estates, shola forests and Nilgiri hills. The falls are best viewed from the designated Catherine Falls viewpoint located at a distance, with a short trek through plantation trails to reach closer vantage points. The area offers open hillside views, forested slopes and opportunities for photography and nature walks. Direct access to the base of the falls is restricted and the flow varies seasonally.

Catherine Falls is named after Catherine Cockburn, wife of M.D. Cockburn who is associated with introducing coffee plantations in the Kotagiri area during the British colonial period in the 19th century.