About Mendri Ghumar Waterfall
Mendri Ghumar Waterfall is a seasonal waterfall located near Mendri Ghumar village in Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, about 44 kilometres west of Jagdalpur. Formed by the Mendri River, it drops approximately 30 metres (about 100 feet) in a horseshoe-shaped cascade surrounded by dense forest. Notable for its wide, curved flow during the monsoon, it is often compared to smaller versions of Chitrakote and is a popular natural attraction in the Bastar region.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a wide, horseshoe-shaped cascade set in a forested landscape in Bastar. During monsoon and post-monsoon months the waterfall flows broadly over a rocky ledge into a pool below, surrounded by dense sal forest and rocky terrain. The site is natural and relatively undeveloped, offering open viewpoints for sightseeing and photography, with forest paths leading to the top and base areas.
Key highlights
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Horseshoe-shaped seasonal cascade on the Mendri River
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Approximately 30-metre drop surrounded by dense Bastar forest
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Peak flow during monsoon creating a wide curtain of water
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Natural forest setting near Jagdalpur in Bastar district
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Photogenic viewpoints from top and base of the falls
Culture & Context
Located in the tribal Bastar region, the waterfall lies within a forested landscape traditionally inhabited by local tribal communities and is valued as a seasonal natural attraction for local outings.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport (JGB) about 45 km away; major airport is Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur (RPR) about 300 km away. |
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| By train | Nearest railhead is Jagdalpur Railway Station, about 44 km away, connected to Raipur and Visakhapatnam. |