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Bhagsu Waterfall

Human-reviewed

Bhagsu, McLeod Ganj, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh

From McLeod Ganj
~2 km, 20–30 min walk
Best flow
July to September
Difficulty
Easy (paved path)
Time needed
1–2 hours
Entry
Free

About

Bhagsu falls sits about 2 km from McLeod Ganj, above the Bhagsunag Shiva temple and a stone bathing tank. A paved path lined with cafés leads to the lower pool in about 20 minutes; a steeper track continues towards Shiva Café and on to Dharamkot. The falls are full and loud from July to September and can slow to a trickle by late spring. It is an easy outing rather than a wilderness spot, and gets crowded on weekends.

How to reach

  1. Walk or take an auto from McLeod Ganj to Bhagsu village.
  2. From the Bhagsunag temple, follow the marked path uphill to the falls.
  3. The path continues to Shiva Café and Dharamkot for a longer loop.

Best time to visit

Just after the monsoon (September–October) for full flow with clearer skies. Winter is quiet and cold; late spring can be disappointingly dry.

Things to know

  • The rocks near the pool are slippery — take care if you go in.
  • Cafés on the path are pricier than in McLeod Ganj.
  • Combine it with Bhagsunag temple and the walk up to Dharamkot.

FAQ

Is Bhagsu waterfall worth visiting?

As a short, easy walk from McLeod Ganj it is pleasant, especially after the monsoon. In the dry months the flow can be weak and the path crowded.

Can you swim at Bhagsu waterfall?

People do wade in the lower pool, but it is shallow, cold and slippery, and busy in season. There is also a built bathing tank at the temple below.

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McLeod GanjDharamkotTriundDal Lake (Dharamshala)

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