DudhSagar Falls (13)

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DudhSagar in Hindi means Milky Ocean. And if you want to check that out yourself, you must be there to witness the majesty with which it flows. This falls reminds me of the treasures that nature tries to hide from man and keeps it in such a secret corner that only the brave can reach it.

DudhSagar is around 14kms from Castle Rock on the way to Kulem, a wonderful trek on track with the dense forest that surrounds you and if you are lucky enough you get to see some leopards and bears. The moment you reach the advance starter of Castle Rock station, a chill runs down your spine looking at the gradient which is 1:24. The engine slowly takes the first left curve, you cross the rangers bungalow and you are amidst the wild and from then it’s a journey unforgettable.

The wonderful man made tunnels and bridges and the lovely creeks through which forms the mini falls here and there. Come rainy season and its bliss to be there in that route. You just keep watching the scenery on your left and right and suddenly without a clue DudhSagar captures the attention of all those awake and dead in the train. And those who woke from their sleep will remember that sight forever and will say “it was worth waking up”.

If you wish to trek, you can start from Castle Rock. It wouldn’t be a jungle trek, but it’s a trek on the railway track walking through the tunnels and bridges and enjoying the beauty that’s untouched. It would take around five hours from Castle Rock and then on arrival at DudhSagar you just jump into the water at the base of the falls.

If you are as adventurous as me, you can climb the falls and stand there on the top and say “awesome”. Or just go underneath the bridge and relax in the water with some shade from the trees. You can hang around until evening and take a train either towards Castle Rock or Kulem as the train frequency is good, especially the goods train.

When you have worked as hard as you could, a shower at DudhSagar revitalizes the strength in you and keeps you refreshed until your next visit.