New Amarambalam Reserved Forest

New Amarambalam Reserved Forest is a protected woodland in Malappuram District, Kerala, stretching from lower elevations to high mountain ridges with multiple forest types across its expanse. The terrain includes various vegetation zones that together support diverse plant and animal communities.

The forest gained protected status in 2003 as authorities recognized the need to preserve this region of the Western Ghats mountain range. This designation marked a turning point in efforts to safeguard the ecological importance of the area.

Local communities have lived alongside these forests for generations, maintaining traditional ways of using the land that keep the ecosystem in balance. This ongoing relationship shapes how the forest functions and feels when you visit.

Access is through the Nedumkayam-Nilambur Road, though you will need permission from the Forest Department office in Nilambur before entering. Plan ahead and contact the forest office directly to arrange your visit and learn about current conditions.

The forest is home to more than 200 bird species and rare mammals found only in these mountains, including animals that depend on the specific conditions here. This makes it a crucial refuge for creatures whose survival relies on these particular highland ecosystems.

Inception: 2003

Part of: Western Ghats

GPS coordinates: 11.23333,76.18333

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:47