5 best monsoon trails near Mumbai

Lohagad Fort, situated near Lonavala and about a short 2-hour drive away from Mumbai is one of the most scenic and offbeat monsoon trails near Mumbai. It is a relatively easier yet rewarding trek as it leads you up to the well-preserved fort that has majestic gates and a strong historical significance. There is a special structure here called the ‘Vinchu Kata’ which means a scorpion-tail-shaped pathway from the fort which is known for the panoramic views it offers of the Pawna Dam and the surrounding valleys.

Karnala Fort Trails has one of the best monsoon waterfalls near Mumbai that you can ever witness. Situated just 60 km from Mumbai near Panvel, this easy trek is known for the Karnala Bird Sanctuary which is perfect for people who want to camp out and indulge in bird watching. The Karnala Fort also offers stunning views from the top of the greenery surrounding the fort, making it a refreshing climb. It is perfect for a weekend monsoon trek near Mumbai because, during this season, several waterfalls can be seen along the trek adding to the charm of this place.

Next up on this list, we have the Matheran trek which qualifies as an easy monsoon hike near Mumbai that is perfect for beginners. Located near Neral, just 80 km from Mumbai is a motor vehicle-free hill station that has the perfect amount of peace and tranquility along with divine weather during this season. The trail also goes through dense forests where you are sure to feel at one with nature. It is also known to have various viewpoints like the Panorama Point and the Louisa Point that offer great views and amazing backdrops for all your pictures

One of the top trekking spots near Mumbai is Siddhagad. It is about 100 km from the city near Murbad and it is an easy to moderate trek to accomplish. This trek also leads up to a fort - The Siddhagad Fort - like many other trail listings in this blog although each destination has a charm of its own. The Siddhagad has a rich historical relevance and you can feel it when you reach the top after navigating through lush forests that are more vibrant than ever during the monsoon and waterfalls that run beautifully along the route.

Also known as Vikatgad trek, this monsoon trail is one of the best adventure monsoon treks near Mumbai. It is located near Neral like the Matheran but offers a completely different experience. It is a moderately difficult trail but what makes it worth it is all the caves along the way that you can explore and camp out in before heading to the top. This trail also has a small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva along the way but what truly takes the cake is the breathtaking views from the top of the fort that overlooks the Matheran region.