Karnataka is an Indian state. It comprises several hill stations, and the Western Ghats Ranges run through portions of the state. The Western Ghats range is home to numerous spectacular waterfalls, and the southern portion of the state, comprising districts Coorg, Chikmagalur, Uttar Kannada, and Dakshina Kannada, is rich in natural variety. The mountainous topography of the states has resulted in many waterfalls, which are well-known and draw thousands of tourists. Jog Falls is one of India’s highest waterfalls, located in the Karnataka district of Shimoga.
The following list shows notable Waterfalls of Karnataka with Height and Location.
| Rank | Name of Waterfalls | Height | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abbey Falls | Kodagu | |
| 2 | Alekann Falls | Dakshina Kannada | |
| 3 | Apsarakonda Falls | - | Uttara Kannada |
| 4 | Arisina Gundi Falls | Udupi | |
| 5 | Barkana Falls | 850 ft (260 m) | Shimoga |
| 6 | Belkal theertha | 600 ft (180 m) | Shimoga & Udupi |
| 7 | Bennehole Falls | 230 ft (70 m) | Uttara Kannada |
| 8 | Burude Falls or Dodmane Falls | Uttara Kannada | |
| 9 | Chelavara Falls | Kodagu | |
| 10 | Chunchanakatte Falls | 66 ft (20 m) | Mysore |
| 11 | Chunchi Falls | Bangalore | |
| 12 | Dabbe Falls | Shimoga | |
| 13 | Dondole Falls | 50 ft (15 m)+ | Dakshina Kannada |
| 14 | Gaganachukki and Bharachukki Falls | Bangalore | |
| 15 | Godchinamalaki Falls | 141 ft (43 m) | Belgaum |
| 16 | Gokak Falls | 170 ft (52 m) | Belgaum |
| 17 | Hebbe Falls | 551 ft (168 m) | Chikmagalur |
| 18 | Hidlumane Falls | 100 ft (30 m) | Shimoga |
| 19 | Irupu Falls | 170 ft (52 m) | Kodagu |
| 20 | Jog Falls or Gersoppa Falls | 829 ft (253 m) | Shimoga |
| 21 | Kalhatti Falls | 403 ft (123 m) | Chikmagalur |
| 22 | Koosalli Falls | 380 ft (120 m) | Udupi |
| 23 | Kudumari Falls or Belligundi Falls | 300 ft (91 m) | Udupi |
| 24 | Kunchikal Falls | 1,493 ft (455 m) | Shimoga |
| 25 | Kunchikal Falls | 1,493 ft (455 m) | Shimoga |
| 26 | Lalguli Falls | 250 ft (76 m) | Uttara Kannada |
| 27 | Magod Falls | 650 ft (200 m) | Uttara Kannada |
| 28 | Mallali Falls | Kodagu | |
| 29 | Manikyadhara Falls | Chikmagalur | |
| 30 | Muthyala Maduvu Waterfall | Bangalore | |
| 31 | Nisargadhama Falls | Madikeri | |
| 32 | Sathodi Falls | 49 ft (15 m) | Uttara Kannada |
| 33 | Shanti Falls | Chikmagalur | |
| 34 | Shivagange Falls | 243 ft (74 m) | Uttara Kannada |
| 35 | Shivanasamudra Falls | 320 ft (98 m) | Mandya |
| 36 | Sirimane Falls | Chikmagalur | |
| 37 | Sogal Falls | Belgaum | |
| 38 | Suthanabbe Falls or Hanumanagundi Falls | 100 ft (30 m)+ | Chikmagalur |
| 39 | Unchalli Falls or Keppa Falls | 380 ft (120 m) | Uttara Kannada |
| 40 | Varapoha Falls | 197 ft (60 m) | Belgaum |
| 41 | Vibhooti Falls | Uttara Kannada | |
| 42 | Waate haLLa Falls | 100 ft (30 m)+ | Uttara Kannada |
