Being a Jharkhandi, It’s my pleasure to introduce you to the top 5 waterfalls in Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand.
I remember, 20 years ago, tourists and travellers were afraid to visit the tourist places of Jharkhand due to some geo-political problems. Especially in the interiors of this beautiful state.
But, today the scenario has changed. Jharkhand has evolved from a backward-class state to a tourism hub of India. Thanks to the local government, and officials, especially the tourism department of Jharkhand, the flow of tourists in this state has skyrocketed in recent years.
So, visiting the city of waterfalls – Ranchi is like visiting a paradise. The waterfalls of Ranchi are counted as the most beautiful waterfalls in India.
Do, you want to explore the top 5 waterfalls of Ranchi?
Let’s start the journey.
Why Should You Visit Ranchi and Its Waterfalls?
Ranchi is known as the waterfall paradise of India. There are several big and small waterfalls situated around Ranchi. Some of them are not very famous at all.
If you love to spend your holiday on the lap of true nature then you must visit the waterfall in Ranchi. Whether it’s Dassam Falls (The 144-foot-deep waterfall), Hundru Falls (Waterfall with a ropeway facility), or Jonha Falls (the Gautam Buddha connection) all of them are the heaven on the earth.
These waterfalls are the magic of nature that calls you to visit them and you never will forget the experience.
And the best thing is, all of them are situated on the same day distance (under 40-60 km) by car. Even, you can cover most of them in a 2-day Ranchi tour. Ranchi has many budget and luxury hotels where you can stay and visit these waterfalls right from your hotel in Ranchi.
The convenience of Ranchi city makes it a great adventure to explore the waterfalls in Ranchi.
Let’s explore them now.
1. Hundru Falls
Hundru Falls is situated 43.6 km northeast of Ranchi City. With 98 meters (322ft) depth, It is the 34th highest waterfall in India and one of the most famous waterfalls in Jharkhand.
The SwarnaRekha River forms this waterfall, one of the most famous rivers of Jharkhand, which starts at Nagari Ranchi from a well and meets Mahanadi at Odisha.
Here, you will find a ropeway to reach the bed of this waterfall which makes it an ideal tourist location for adventure lovers. To reach the bed of this waterfall, we have to step down around 750 stairs.
it’s an exhausting experience till you reach the waterfall, but when you see this from the last year, the experience is really mesmerising. When I travelled to this waterfall for the first time with my wife, it was an exhausting experience for me and my wife, but when we reached the bed of this waterfall, our tiredness suddenly left over due to its beauty.
To reach Haru Falls, you have to book a cab to ride on National Highway 33 and then write from Ormanjhi to Sikidiri Road. It’s located near the Sikidiri hydropower plant.
there is another road to reach there ie; Ranchi Purulia Road. After Angada, you have to turn left to Getalsud Dam and then Hundru Falls.
You will also find Getalsud dam on this road that you can combine in your trip.
the best season to visit Hundru Falls is from October to April when you will find water in this fall. In the summers, this waterfall dries up as the Swan Rekha River is rainy.
in the rainy season, it’s dangerous to visit this waterfall as the flow is very high. So I don’t recommend visiting this waterfall in summer and rainy season.
2. Dassam Falls
Dasam Falls is another beautiful falls in Ranchi. It is located southeast of Ranchi on Ranchi-Tata road. This waterfall is 144 ft high and it is famous for the 10 water streams falling from above.
When you plan to visit Dassam Falls, Don’t forget to combine this trip with other sightseen locations like Remix Falls (10 km away from Dassam Falls), Surya Mandir, and Deori Mandir located on Ranchi-Tata road, 50 km from Ranchi.
Pro Tip: Well, in my experience, you can’t cover all these in one day. So you have to decide which locations you want to visit.
Dassam Falls and Remix Falls both are formed by the Kanchi River, a famous river for sand hauling.
When visiting Dassam Falls and Remix Falls together, don’t forget to stop for some precious moments on the way to Remix Falls from there Dassam Falls clearly seen as a hidden gem of Jharkhand.
Cab is the best medium to reach Dassam and Remix Falls along with Surya Mandir and Deori Mandir. So, book a cab when planning your trip to this heavenly waterfall.
3. Jonha Falls
Jonha Falls or Gautam Dhara is another hidden gem of Ranchi, Jharkhand. I first visited this waterfall when coming back from My uncle’s house in Jhalida, West Bengal.
As, Jonha Falls yes, located 53 km from Ranchi on Ranchi Purulia Road, we have decided to go to this destination to spend some time and then go back to Ranchi.
I remember it was an exhausting experience for me to step down and up the stairs, but the destination was really amazing. We visited Jonha Falls on February last, which is the season of Palash Flowers. That’s why the whole Jungle was looking red, which was an amazing experience for me and my family.
Jonha Falls with 141 feet is another waterfall formed by Gunga and Radu Rivers which are rainy rivers, that’s why the stream is high only in winter and early summer seasons. The best time to visit this waterfall is from October to March.
You can book a cab from Ranchi Jonha Falls. And, don’t forget to have Dehati Chicken with local rice prepared by the locals, just above the waterfall.
4. Panchaghagh
Panchghagh is situated 50 km from Ranchi in Khunti district. You can reach there by Ranchi Khuti Road via cab.
It’s a short-sighted waterfall, and you will find a pond just below the waterfall, where you can take a bath, swim, and play water games.
It’s very cool for those who want to spend time away from urban life. It is also a great place for picnics and photography.
When visiting Panchghagh never Forget to visit Amreshwardham, Angra Badi, one of the famous Shiv Temple Inda Jharkhand.
The best time to visit this place is from October to April when you find 3-4 feet of water in the pond.
If you love nature photography, then this is an ideal place to capture some moments on your camera.
When visiting this waterfall, you can also plan to visit Wild Wadi Water Park, located on this road, just after Tupudana.
5. Hirni Falls
Hirni Falls is another beautiful waterfall in the West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. Hirni Falls is located 70 km away from Ranchi city. That’s why you need to book a cab to visit there.
Well, you can plan to visit Hirni Falls and PanchGhagh together on the same trip. They can be covered on the same day if you spend two hours in one location.
Hirni Falls is 121 feet tall and formed by the Ramgarh River in the West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand.
You will find a dense forest on the way to this waterfall, which is great for nature, photographers, and travellers.
Here, you will find paid parking and snacks, etc as common immunities by the waterfall management.
The name of this waterfall is Hirni Falls because when the water flows down, it outlines a wild deer known as Hirni in Hindi.
How to Explore the Waterfalls of Ranchi?
The best way to explore the waterfalls of Ranchi is to stay in a hotel in Ranchi and then visit them via cab. Most of the waterfalls are a day distance from Ranchi city. But don’t forget to preplan your trip when visiting these waterfalls.
With proper planning, you can visit other nearby locations along with these waterfalls. Such as if you want to visit Hundru Waterfalls, add Getalsud Dam to your itinerary to get the most out of your trip.
Jharkhand Government, local people of Jharkhand, cab drivers, Hotel management, tourism department, etc are very helpful towards the tourists.
When visiting Jharkhand in the winter season, don’t forget to pack winter clothes as the temperature of Ranchi goes down to 3-4 degrees Celsius in November, December, and January.
Keep some snacks, enough water, and a camera in your backpack when visiting these waterfalls.
How to Reach There?
All the waterfalls in Ranchi located 50-70 kilometres away from Ranchi city. But you have to plan which waterfall you want to visit in a day as most of them are just opposite to each other.
That’s the reason I have mentioned some other locations with each waterfall so that you can enjoy your trip visiting these locations along with them.
f you were visiting Ranchi on a package tour, then don’t worry. Your tour manager will provide you with a cab. But if you are visiting without a package tour you can reach out to your hotel management to book a cab or you can book from online apps.
Conclusion
The best time to visit Ranchi waterfalls is October to March when the water flow is more than the average, and you will find enough water in these falls.
Visiting waterfalls in Ranchi, a great experience for travellers, who want to explore Jharkhand the state of the forest. If you want to plan to visit Ranchi, then don’t forget to explore these waterfalls at all.
Share your experience on these waterfalls in the comment box so that others get a better view of them, and this could help them plan their trip to Ranchi.
Hi, I’m Gautam Roy, a passionate traveler, writer, and proud resident of the beautiful state of Jharkhand. Captivated by its natural beauty, rich culture, and untold stories, I’ve created a blog to share my experiences and uncover the hidden gems of this exotic state in India. Join me in exploring Jharkhand’s wonders and discovering its vibrant heritage!
