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Bilikal Rangaswamy Betta
Moderate to Challenging4.7/570-75 km from Bangalore
A wilder trek through shrub forests where elephants roam, leading to a temple under a massive white rock.
1 Day
Distance from Bangalore
70-75 km
Drive Time
2 Hours
Trek Distance
12 km (round trip)
Elevation
1,152 m
Best Time to Visit
Oct-Mar
Ideal Trip Duration
1 Day
Best For
wildlife trekkingshrub forest explorationpanoramic views
About the Trek
Wildlife Trek
"Bilikal" means "white rocks" in Kannada. Part of Eastern Ghats range near Kanakapura. Known elephant corridor - caution advised. Temple located under the large white rock.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Wildlife encounters possible
- Unique white rock formations
- Unspoiled natural beauty
Cons
- Elephant corridor - requires caution
- Long 12km trek
- Limited mobile network