Lohagad Fort Trek (Day Trip) Mumbai
About
A spectacular Maratha-era hill fort near Lonavala, accessible via a moderate 5 km trek from Malavli station. The fort offers 360-degree views of the Sahyadri mountains and Pawna Lake.
Basic Information
Timings
Open during daylight hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
July to February
Place Type
Historical
How to Reach
Train to Malavli station (2.5 hours from Mumbai), then 5 km trek
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Lohagad Fort Trek (Day Trip)
No metro stations found within 5 km.
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Lohagad Fort Trek (Day Trip)
No local train stations found within 3 km.
History
One of Shivaji Maharaj's most important forts, Lohagad (meaning 'Iron Fort') has a history spanning over 2,000 years from the Satavahanas to the Marathas to the British.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open during daylight hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Historical
Best Time to Visit
July to February
How to Reach
Best reached by taxi or auto-rickshaw
The famous 'Vinchukata' (Scorpion's Tail) fortification is unique to Lohagad
Shivaji Maharaj stored treasure looted from the Surat campaign here
The fort has four gates - Ganesh Darwaja, Narayan Darwaja, Hanuman Darwaja, and Maha Darwaja
The trek from Malavli station is moderate and family-friendly
Monsoon makes the trek slippery but the views are unreal
Carry food and at least 2 liters of water
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