Mahuli Fortमाहुली
The highest point in Thane district, three peaks, an iron ladder and a wildlife sanctuary.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereThane, Maharashtra
Thane-Palghar
Thane-Palghar
Best time to visit15 October to 28 February
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyDifficult
Height800 m above sea level
Time needed6 hrs
Base and nearbyMahuli village, Asangaon
EntrySanctuary ₹30
ClosuresUsually closed 15 June to 30 September. Thane Collectorate has banned entry to all forts, waterfalls and dams during the monsoon after repeated fatalities.
About Mahuli Fort
The highest point in Thane district and a three-summit massif, Mahuli, Bhandargad and Palasgad, inside a wildlife sanctuary. The main route includes an iron ladder section. Thane district bans fort entry through the monsoon after repeated fatalities here.
What to see and do
- Three connected summits
- Iron ladder section on the main route
- The Vajra Peak needle formation
- Mahuli wildlife sanctuary forest
- Views over Tansa and Bhatsa reservoirs
Part of Sahyadri (Western Ghats).
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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