About Ka Phan Nonglait Falls
Ka Phan Nonglait Falls is a roadside waterfall located at Nongkhlaw village in Eastern West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, along the Shillong-Nongstoin highway. The falls cascades over rocky ledges surrounded by lush green hills and forested slopes. Easily accessible from the main road, it is a popular stopover for travelers heading toward Nongstoin and western Meghalaya, especially scenic during the monsoon when water flow is strongest.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a roadside cascade waterfall visible from the Shillong-Nongstoin highway at Nongkhlaw. The falls flows over stepped rock formations into a small pool below, surrounded by green hills and forest. A small viewpoint and parking area allow for short stops, photography and viewing. The site is compact and can be explored on foot near the roadside without extensive trekking.
Key highlights
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Roadside waterfall directly on the Shillong-Nongstoin highway at Nongkhlaw
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Cascade over rocky ledges surrounded by forested hills
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Easily accessible viewpoint for photography and sightseeing
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Strongest flow during monsoon season
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Convenient stopover between Shillong and Nongstoin
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Shillong Airport (Umroi) about 70-80 km away and Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati about 100-120 km away |
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| By train | No direct rail connectivity in Meghalaya; nearest major railway station is Guwahati Railway Station in Assam |
| By road |