Needle Hole Point

Needle Hole Point, also known as Elephant's Head Point, is a natural rock formation and scenic viewpoint located near Kate's Point in Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra. Situated at an altitude of approximately 1290 meters, it features a distinctive rock gap resembling a needle's eye and cliffs shaped like an elephant's head and trunk. The site offers panoramic views of the Sahyadri mountain range, Dhom Dam, Krishna River, and Deccan Traps. It is a popular spot for photography and nature observation.

Visitors can expect to see a unique natural rock formation with a hole resembling a needle's eye and cliffs shaped like an elephant's head. The viewpoint provides panoramic vistas of the Sahyadri Range, Dhom Dam, Krishna River, and surrounding valleys. The area is adjacent to Kate's Point and Echo Point, allowing for combined exploration. Visitors may encounter monkeys and should be cautious. During monsoon, the area is often misty with visible waterfalls, while clear views are more common in winter and summer.