Chorla Ghat

Chorla Ghat is a scenic mountain pass in the Western Ghats at the tri-junction of Karnataka, Goa and Maharashtra, located near Chorla village in Khanapur taluk of Belagavi district, Karnataka. Situated along the Belagavi-Goa highway (SH 31), it is known for its dense evergreen forests, biodiversity, mist-covered hills and seasonal waterfalls. Part of the Mhadei-Bhimgad forest complex, it is a popular drive, trekking and nature tourism destination.

Visitors can expect a winding ghat road through dense evergreen forests of the Western Ghats with misty valleys, hill viewpoints and seasonal waterfalls during monsoon. The area offers forested landscapes, rich biodiversity with opportunities for birdwatching, short nature trails and photography. There are roadside viewpoints to stop and enjoy valley views, small tea stalls and eateries, and access to nearby nature resorts and trekking routes within the Mhadei and Bhimgad wildlife sanctuary region.

Chorla Ghat forms part of the Western Ghats, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage cluster for its biodiversity. Historically it has served as a connectivity route between the coastal plains of Goa and the Deccan plateau via Belagavi, and lies within the Mhadei-Bhimgad forest complex important for conservation.