Bhadra Dam — Attraction in Karnataka

❣️❣️❣️Bhadra dam is a beautiful dam built across the river Bhadra, and hence the dam derives its name. This location crowns itself as Chikmagalur’s key tourist attraction. Bhadra Dam is at a distance of 78 km from the mainland of Chikmagalur.

To amplify the agricultural prosperity of the surrounding region, Bhadra Dam project was undertaken by the National Water Management Project. It was mainly intended towards increasing rice cultivation. Today, this place serves as a significant irrigation source for the locals of the surrounding region to produce electricity.

Besides its primary purpose, this dam of Chikmagalur features some astounding views of the surrounding lush green hills. There are many small islands representing the unique creativity of the reservoir present here. As you move across one of those islands, you will be able to spot several migratory bird species endemic to this region.

There’s a wildlife sanctuary here through which flows the Bhadra river. It homes to an imperial green pigeon, emerald dove, Malabar parakeet, black woodpecker, hill mynas, wild boars, and so on. If you are fortunate enough, you could even spot various butterfly species hovering here and there. It is also a part of the famous Project Tiger, meant for protecting the tigers all across. A wide array of floral and faunal species makes this place a perfect one-day family outing destination.

Bhadra Dam hosts a wide array of water activities such as kayaking, sailing, water trampoline, water cycling, and boating.  Apart from Bhadra Dam, Chikmagalur homes to other sightseeing adventures such as Mullayanagiri Hills, Baba Budan Hills, Hebbe Falls, Mahatma Gandhi Park, Kere Anjaneya Temple, and Inam Dattatreya Pitha.

Overview:

Location:

Bhadra Dam is constructed along the borderline of Tarikere and Bhadravati and forms a part of the western region of Karnataka.

Entry Fee: There are no entry fees to reach the Bhadra dam.

Timings: Bhadra dam is accessible for all 24 hours. Yet, it is recommended to visit the dam location between 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Best Time to Visit: Monsoon is the best time to visit the Bhadra Dam. The months from June to November account as the filling period for the dam. Also, the surrounding beauty is mesmerizing with its lush green grass cover.

Average Temperature: The average temperature in the region surrounding the Bhadra Dam lies in the range of 24 to 28 degrees.

Distance from Chikmagalur:

Bhadra Dam is located at a distance of 78.4 km from Chikmagalur. It will take around two hours to travel between these two points.

How to Reach Bhadra Dam:

By rail: Tarikere is the nearest railway station to Bhadra Dam.

By road: Bhadra Dam offers good road connectivity. You have both cab and bus options to reach here.

By bus: You have many state-run buses to travel between Chikmagalur and...

This is one of the most beautiful dam I have ever seen. The Bhadra River flows in a narrow space between the two hills and there this dam is built. It is a huge dam and feeds about 10 lakh acres of land in Chickamagalur, Shimoga, Davanagere and Chitradurga districts.The view of the backwaters from the top on left side of the dam is amazing. The back waters at FRL is up to N R Pura town.This projects supply drinking water to many villages and cities.At least once in a year we visit this dam without fail. When the dam is filled to the brim, they release the water in the backdrop of colour colour lights and that is seen memorable. On the other side of the dam, on hill the famous River Tern Lodge is situated and only super rich people can afford to stay there. Even then, it is hard to get accommodation on special days and week ends. Such is the beauty...

Bhadra Reservoir. My experience was one of the best experience. Though water level was to the lowest point, but then too I was standing exactly behind dam wall, where water is stored at its maximum storage. (See pics) for more technical info google it and read Wikipedia.

One will have view of Dam Gates once entered into dam premises. To have a look of back water, one has to take stairs approx 200 to 250 and reach View point. (See pic)

To the right of view point, one has to get down on the other side and take walk to back water, where you can play in water. During monsoon season water level increases, from which you won't be able to step inside water. (See pics)

Near to shore, one can have a view of tunnel which is use to supply water to near by places. (See pics)

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