About Shooting Point, Ooty
Shooting Point is a popular scenic viewpoint located about 8 km from Ooty town on the Ooty-Coonoor Road in Udhagamandalam, Tamil Nadu. Situated overlooking the Ketti Valley and surrounding Nilgiri hills, it is known for its panoramic valley views, pine forests and open grasslands. The site earned its name as a frequent film shooting location for Tamil and other Indian films and is now a well-visited stop for sightseeing and photography.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open hill viewpoint with fenced viewing areas overlooking the Ketti Valley, Nilgiri hills, pine plantations and grassy slopes. The area has an open, windy setting with space for photography, short walks and horse riding offered by local operators. Small food stalls and parking are available near the entrance. Views are clearest in the morning before mist develops.
Key highlights
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Panoramic views of Ketti Valley and Nilgiri hills
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Popular film shooting location for South Indian cinema
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Pine forest and grassland landscape backdrop
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Photography and sightseeing viewpoint with valley vistas
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Horse riding available at the site
History of Shooting Point, Ooty
The viewpoint gained prominence as a regular shooting location for Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi films due to its scenic valley, pine forests and open meadows, which led to the name Shooting Point or Shooting Medu.
Culture & Context
Recognized as a notable film-shooting site in the Nilgiris, it is associated with South Indian cinema tourism and is a commonly included stop in Ooty sightseeing circuits.
Route
| By air | Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) is the nearest airport, about 85-88 km away, with onward road transfer to Ooty. |
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| By train |