Kapil Dhara Waterfall

Kapil Dhara Waterfall is a prominent waterfall on the Narmada River located about 6 kilometres northwest of Amarkantak in Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. Falling from a height of approximately 100 feet, it is the first major waterfall on the Narmada after its origin. Associated with Sage Kapil, the site holds religious importance and is surrounded by dense forest, rocky terrain and a small Kapileshwar Temple at its base.

Visitors can expect a forested gorge where the Narmada River drops about 100 feet over rocky cliffs into a pool below. The site is reached via a short walk and steps leading down to the base, with views of the cascade, surrounding sal and dense forest, and the small Kapileshwar Temple. The area is natural and relatively undeveloped, suitable for sightseeing, photography and short nature walks, with higher water flow during and after monsoon.

Traditionally associated with Sage Kapil, who is believed to have meditated here. The waterfall and the Kapileshwar Temple at its base have been a place of ascetic and pilgrimage importance linked to the early course of the Narmada River.

Considered sacred as part of the Narmada River circuit originating at Amarkantak. Pilgrims visiting Narmada Udgam Temple also visit Kapil Dhara to offer prayers at Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple and to witness the first major fall of the holy Narmada River.