Chinnakanal Waterfalls

Chinnakanal Waterfalls (celebrated across Kerala as Power House Waterfalls and an iconic mountain cascade plunging over 2,000 meters above sea level along the Kochi Dhanushkodi National Highway), situated near Chinnakanal village just 16 km southeast of Munnar in Kerala, is one of the High Ranges' most dramatic, visually striking, and popular highland roadside cascades.

Originating as a pure mountain stream from the sacred Sita Devi Lake high above in the Devikulam hills, this powerful torrent cascades down an impressive sheer steep rock face from a height of over 800 feet, tumbling through steep granite boulders, tea estates, and wild fern gullies right beside the scenic highway connecting Munnar with Anayirangal Dam and Thekkady.

It's the home of an elevated roadside observation deck offering sweeping panoramic views of the foaming white torrents crashing into the misty gorge below, sprawling emerald tea plantations carpeting the steep slopes of Chinnakanal, nearby scenic boating points on the elephant frequented Anayirangal reservoir, cozy boutique tea resort retreats overlooking the waterfall valley, roadside snack stalls serving freshly fried tapioca chips, piping hot Kerala chai, and roasted peanuts, and an invigorating alpine atmosphere where cool mountain mist and spray swirl continuously across the highway.

It represents a rich mountain hydrology, Devikulam spring geology, and Western Ghats eco tourism sanctuary where Sita Devi lake overflows, steep granite canyon drops, tea estate geography, and Anayirangal route highlights unite in Devikulam Chinnakanal corridor.

Located directly along the Munnar Thekkady highway (NH 85) at Chinnakanal, it sits just 16 km southeast of Munnar town, 6 km from Anayirangal Dam, 126 km from Aluva Railway Station (AWY), and 120 km from Cochin International Airport (COK), easily accessible by tourist cabs, private cars, and interstate KSRTC buses.

The 800 Foot Devikulam Stream & Sita Devi Lore

Local mythology holds that Goddess Sita bathed in the sacred mountain lake at Devikulam from where this spring stream originates.

The cascade earned its nickname 'Power House Falls' due to an old pump house and hydroelectric power station built by early British planters at the base of the gorge.

Truth is, watching the foaming white cascade thunder down against deep green tea bushes while the cool breeze whips past is unforgettable.

Anayirangal Dam & Wild Elephant Herds

Anayirangal Pairing: Located just 6 km further down the highway, Anayirangal Dam features scenic reservoir speedboating surrounded by tea hills.

Elephant Corridor: The valley around Chinnakanal and Anayirangal is a traditional migratory corridor where wild elephant herds can often be spotted drinking at dusk.

Boutique Tea Resorts & Highway Sunset Views

Hilltop Resorts: Chinnakanal is home to premium luxury tea resorts offering rooms with private balconies facing the waterfall cascades.

Sunset Spot: The winding road above Chinnakanal provides glorious viewpoints as the evening sun sinks behind the distant Western Ghats ridges.

After pausing at Chinnakanal Waterfalls, drive to Anayirangal Dam for a speedboat ride, tour the spice plantations of Thekkady, or explore the tea valleys of Munnar.