Lohagad Fort Monsoon Trek on 28th July 2019

Lohagad Fort means Iron fort in Marathi, situated close to the hill station of Lonavala Khandala and 52 km northwest of Pune, Lohagad rises to an elevation of 1,033 meters or 3,389 feet above sea level. The Lohagad Killa is connected to the neighboring Visapur Fort which is at its eastern side by a small range. The range divides the basins of the Indrayani River and Pavana River rivers. Lohagad overlooks the Pavna reservoir, located to the south of the mountain. The hill extends to the northwest to a fortified spur, called Vinchu Kata Scorpion's tail because of its resembling shape. The four large gates of Lohagad are still in good condition and reasonably intact. The fort has been declared as a protected monument by the by Archaeology Survey of India. Best trekking route near Mumbai and Pune for beginners.

Train timings for Mumbai participants

Indrayani Express

05:40 CSMT

05:51 Dadar

06:14 Thane

06:33 Kalyan

07:58 Lonavala

Move to Malavali by local train

08:20 Lonavala

08:28 Malavli

Train timings for Pune participants

06:30 Pune

06:35 Shivaji Nagar

07:35 Malavali

09:00 Breakfast.

09:30 Visit Bhaje Caves.

12:00 Reach at Lohagad top, exploration and rest. (2 hrs.approx.)

14:00 Descend.

15:00 Reach at Lohagad Wadi and lunch.

16:00 Move to Malavali Station.

17:30 Departure for Mumbai / Pune from Malavli station.

Cost: Rs 800