Annekal Reserved Forest

Annekal Reserved Forest is a protected area in the Western Ghats region containing multiple forest types across its landscape. The terrain features evergreen and deciduous woodlands alongside grasslands and shrubland with varying elevations and vegetation patterns.

The forest was established as a protected area by the Karnataka Forest Department to safeguard natural resources and ecological balance. This conservation status arose from efforts to ensure the region's forests and biodiversity would endure long term.

The forest holds meaning for nearby communities who practice sustainable resource use alongside conservation efforts coordinated with forest officials. Local knowledge about plants and animals is shared and respected within these collaborative initiatives.

Entry requires permits from the Forest Department before planning a visit. Guided walks are available during set times throughout the year to explore the reserve safely.

The area contains distinct ecosystems at different elevations, each hosting specialized species found nowhere else. This layering creates multiple separate habitats within a compact space.

GPS coordinates: 12.70400,77.59100

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49