Kodasalli Dam, Yellapur, Karnataka India

Kodasalli Dam was built across the Kali Nadi, which flows in Joida Taluka of the Uttara Kannada district positioned in the Karnataka State of India. This dam was constructed by the Karnataka Power Corporation for the purpose of serving as an electric power station.

This function is successfully carried out by the hydroelectric power station. On the right bank of this Kodasalli Dam is the Kodasalli power house. The nearest city near Kodasalli Dam is Yellapur.

Karnataka is the 8th largest state in India and is a land that has remarkable tourist spots. Karnataka is enriched with rock cut temples, which is an example of inspiring art and architecture. Besides this, Karnataka is also blessed with natural landscapes and hill stations, which are visited by tourists, who seek peace.

Among these hill stations are the beautiful waterfalls such as the Sathodi Falls, which cascades from a great height. Sathodi Falls are also known as ‘Mini-Niagara’, these are located in the midst of dense forest. The surroundings in the forest are very still and the only sound heard is the roaring of cascade plummeting down. This water falls in the backwaters flow towards the Kodasalli Dam built on the Kali Nadi. This is also a very ideal spot for tourist’s attraction.

You can hire a bus from the nearest city of Yellapur and go to Barballi and then trek for the next 10 km. The distance to the waterfalls is like a trail with bad and good patches. After Ganesh Gudi, there is forest all around and then you will be able to see the breath-taking sight of Kodasali Dam situated over the Kali Nadi.

Another route is to charter bus rental and go to Dehalli via Ganesh Gudi, where the roads are risky with an array of steep hills besides the backwaters. Trekking is enjoyed here by tourists and they have to walk 300 meters to reach Sathodi falls. You can also hire bikes from Dehali, which are the common modes of transportation in this forest region.

The cold breeze in the forest is very pleasing, as you pass through the length of the mud track. You can witness the mesmerizing view of the waterfalls early in the morning, when the sunrays fall on this beautiful cascade. This early dawn freshness and the enchanting sunrise amidst these waterfalls make the sight very memorable.

The falling of this majestic waterfall from Kallaramane Ghat unites with the backwaters flowing towards the Kodasalli Dam. The Kali Nadi has got several exceptional and rare reptiles and the abundant forest standing on its banks is rich with wild animals and alluring birds. The region near the falls offers sufficient opportunities for water sports and rock climbing.

The panoramic Mountain View from the top and calm backwater is appealing. The grand beauty and eternity of this tremendous tropical rain forest is outstanding. The spectacular waterfalls are out of this world. This tempting package allures tourists and if you desire to visit this hill station, then you can buy bus tickets from November to April, which is the most excellent time to enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature. Monsoon trips should be avoided, as the trail is very muddy and slippery along with the risk of facing snakes and leeches.