A man-made lake a short drive from town, ringed by low hills with the Mullayanagiri range on the skyline. It is a quiet spot for an evening walk, some birdwatching and a still-water reflection of the peaks at dusk — a gentle contrast to the summit climbs.
What to do here
- Catch the sunset reflection of the peaks
- Walk the bund
- Watch for waterbirds
The easy, near-town evening spot.
Travel tips
About 10 km from town, and the easiest sunset in the district — the Mullayanagiri ridge sits directly behind the water. There is no entry gate and no facilities. Mosquitoes after dusk are serious.
Please note
Do: come for the last hour of light. Do: park off the bund road. Don't: swim — the tank is deep and unguarded. Don't: leave bottles and food waste on the bund; there is no collection here.
Stay nearby
Places to stay around Hirekolale Lake
PremiumTC Resort TRV, Chikmagalur
Mullayanagiri · 12.5 km from town
PremiumTC Resort SLV, Chikmagalur
Chikmagalur Town · 9.9 km from town
PremiumTC Resort GLV, Chikmagalur
Chikmagalur Town · 4.4 km from town
PremiumTC Resort BND, Chikmagalur
Chikmagalur Town · 11.2 km from town
Combine your trip
Places near Hirekolale Lake
Seethalayyanagiri
The green shoulder below Mullayanagiri, with a Shiva shrine and a view over both valleys.
Kavikal Gandi Viewpoint
The horseshoe gorge on the Mullayanagiri–Baba Budangiri road — fifty steps up, and the whole range in front of you.
HeritageCoffee Museum, Chikmagalur
The bean's journey, from Baba Budan to your cup
WaterfallJhari Falls (Buttermilk Falls)
A white sheet of water off a granite face