About Nagalapuram Waterfalls
Nagalapuram Waterfalls is a cascade waterfall system located near Nagalapuram town in Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh, within the Eastern Ghats forest range. Formed by streams flowing over rocky tiers, it features three main pools with clear water surrounded by dense forest. Reached by a forest trek of several kilometres, it is known for natural pools suitable for bathing and its scenic woodland setting near the Tamil Nadu border.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forest trek of about 3-4 km each way from the entry point to reach three tiered pools formed by cascades over rocky slopes. The setting is dense Eastern Ghats forest with boulders, streams and natural swimming pools with clear water. There are no built structures at the falls; the experience is natural and requires walking, boulder scrambling and wading. Basic parking and small shops are available at the base village.
Key highlights
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Three tiered natural pools with clear water formed by cascade falls
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Forest trek through Eastern Ghats with rocky terrain and streams
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Popular natural bathing and swimming pools
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Dense woodland surroundings with scenic valley views
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Located near Sri Vedanarayana Swamy Temple town of Nagalapuram
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Tirupati Airport (Renigunta), about 65-75 km away; Chennai International Airport is about 80-90 km away. |
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| By train | Nearest major railheads are Tiruttani and Arakkonam on the Chennai-Tirupati line, from where road transport is available to Nagalapuram. |
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