About Talakona Waterfalls
Talakona Waterfalls is the highest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh, with a drop of about 270 feet, located inside Sri Venkateswara National Park near Bakarapeta village in Tirupati district. Surrounded by dense Eastern Ghats forest known for rich biodiversity and medicinal plants, it is a prominent nature attraction and trekking destination. The falls are fed by forest streams and are accessible via a forest trail from the entry check post.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested setting inside Sri Venkateswara National Park reached via a short trek of about 1-2 km from the parking area through dense woods and stepped trails. The waterfall cascades from a height of about 270 feet into a pool below where visitors can wade and bathe in designated areas. The surroundings include thick forest, streams, viewpoints, and the nearby Lord Siddheswara Swamy Temple. Facilities include parking, food stalls and forest cottages.
Key highlights
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Highest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh with a height of about 270 feet
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Located inside Sri Venkateswara National Park in the Eastern Ghats
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Surrounded by dense forest rich in biodiversity and medicinal plants
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Trekking trail of about 1-2 km through forest to reach the falls
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Natural pool at the base of the falls for bathing and wading
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Nearby Lord Siddheswara Swamy Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
Culture & Context
The waterfall area is culturally significant due to the nearby Lord Siddheswara Swamy Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, visited by pilgrims. Local tradition believes the water flowing through surrounding medicinal herbs has healing properties.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Tirupati Airport (Renigunta), about 60-65 km away; then by road via Tirupati |
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| By train |