Visiting Second Waterfall
Typical pattern: usually quiet; mostly local visitors. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.
- Flow is best during and just after the monsoon; many falls are a trickle by late spring.
- Rocks are slippery and water levels can rise fast after rain upstream: stay away from the edge and the plunge pool.
- Carry a change of clothes and waterproof your phone.
Hours for this waterfall are not listed yet; Usually open in daylight only; forest or local authorities may close access after heavy rain. is typical for waterfalls in India. Know them? Post an update.
Best time
July to January, best August to November right after rains; most dry up from February to June. Typical week: Mon quiet · Tue quiet · Wed quiet · Thu quiet · Fri light · Sat light · Sun light.
Places to visit near Second Waterfall
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How to reach Second Waterfall
From Kodaikanal
About 13 km by road (10 km straight line). Directions · places near Kodaikanal
From Munnar
About 71 km by road (57 km straight line). Directions · places near Munnar
From Madurai
About 98 km by road (79 km straight line). Directions · places near Madurai
Nearest towns with a guide: Palani (18 km) · Ayakudi (18 km) · Periyakulam (28 km). Coordinates 10.32208, 77.52377. Road distances are estimates.
Frequently asked
What is the best time to visit Second Waterfall?
July to January, best August to November right after rains; most dry up from February to June. Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.
What are the timings of Second Waterfall?
Hours for Second Waterfall are not published here. Typical for waterfalls in India: Usually open in daylight only; forest or local authorities may close access after heavy rain. Check locally before a long trip, or see the latest visitor report on this page.
How far is Second Waterfall from Kodaikanal?
Second Waterfall is about 13 km by road from Kodaikanal (10 km straight line), 71 km from Munnar and 98 km from Madurai. Open the road-trip planner on Spotwander for turn-by-turn directions and stops on the way.
What are the places to visit near Second Waterfall?
Nearby: Kurinji Andavar Temple (temple, 10 km), Chettiar Park (park, 10 km), Silver Cascade Falls (waterfall, 11 km), Kodaikanal Hill Station (viewpoint, 13 km), Coakers Walk (attraction, 13 km), Kodaikanal Lake (lake, 13 km).
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