Muthyam Dhara (Muthyala Dhara) Waterfalls

Travel Guide

Location: Veerabhadravaram Village, Venkatapuram Mandal, Mulugu District, Telangana, India

Muthyam Dhara Waterfalls, also known as Mutyala Jalapatham, is a breathtaking cascade set amid dense forests along the Kadam River, a tributary of the Godavari. The falls feature a milky white gush producing a soothing, roaring sound, creating a serene and refreshing atmosphere. Nature lovers and adventure seekers will enjoy the drizzling water shower that adds to the magic of the location.

Trekking & Access

• Approx. 10 km walk from Veerabhadravaram Village.
• Base village: Veerabhadravaram, 5 km past Venkatapuram. Local guides are available for hire.
• Limited parking space at the trail start.
• Moderate trekking through lush forests and stream crossings.
• Bathing in the waterfall is believed to be therapeutic due to medicinal herbs.

Nearby Waterfalls

• Gaddalasari Waterfalls (Jin Thogu) – Second highest in Telangana (~700 ft)
• Kothikuntla Alapaka Crescent Waterfalls – Highest in Telangana (977 ft)
• Bavansari Waterfalls
• Bogatha Waterfalls – 30 km away
• Kongala Waterfalls – 24 km away
• Ontimamidi Loddhi & Tappala Loddhi Waterfalls
• Aten Thogu & Seethamma Dhara Waterfalls

Nearby Attractions

• Eturunagaram Wildlife Sanctuary – 40 km
• Laknavaram Lake – 90 km
• Bhadrachalam Temple – 90 km
• Heritage Warangal & Ramappa Temple (from Hyderabad)
• Godavari River Islands (from Vijayawada)

Best Time to Visit

Monsoon season (July – September) for the fullest, most scenic waterfalls.

Directions

• From Bogatha Waterfalls, take a right turn to Venkatapuram Village (~6 km).
• From the highway to Venkatapuram: ~20 km. From the village, drive 5 km to Veerabhadravaram.
• Ask locals for “Mutyala Jalapatham” or “Veerabhadram Waterfalls.”
• Road condition: Good up to Venkatapuram village.

Accommodation

• Laknavaram Lake: 4 cottages & a few rooms, advance booking recommended (~20 km from Mulugu).
• Tadvai Forest Camp: 6 cottages, advance booking recommended (~30 km from Laknavaram Lake).
• Mulugu: Lodges with AC and non-AC rooms available if other options are full.

Suggested Itineraries

• From Hyderabad: Drive to Warangal – visit Heritage city & Ramappa Temple → Mulugu for overnight stay → Muthyam Dhara Waterfalls.
• From Vijayawada: Drive to Bhadrachalam → Mulugu → Muthyam Dhara Waterfalls.
• Waterfall Combo: Visit Muthyam Dhara along with Bogatha, Kongala, and Gaddalasari Waterfalls for a full-day trekking adventure.

Safety Advisory

• During monsoon, streams can overflow. In July 2023, tourists were stranded at Muthyam Dhara due to sudden flooding and were safely rescued by NDRF & local authorities.
• Tip: Avoid crossing streams during heavy rains. Carry a phone and inform locals before trekking.

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