Chinnar - Kottar
Chinnar - Kottar
Easy
5.0 KM
Two way (2.5+2.5) km
2 Hours
Overview
Chinnar, located around 38 km from Udumalpet town, offers a curated trekking trail alongside an untamed river that promises to leave you spellbound. An ideal birdwatching and butterfly-spotting environment featuring diverse habitats, from scrub jungles to moist deciduous to riverine forests. Watch for the iconic Grizzled giant squirrel, a keystone species in the unique habitat.
KEY ATTRACTIONS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
- Tirupur Kumaran memorial statue
- Resto fun park
- Thirumoorthy Dam
- Crocodile Farm
- Animal's viewpoint - Udumalpet road
Maximum Elevation: 470 MSL(Approx.) Meters
Forest Type: Riverine forest
Nearby Medical Facility: Manupatty - 16 kms
Nearby Bus Stand: Udumalpet- 30 km
Nearby Airport: Coimbatore - 105 km
Nearby Railway Station: Udumalpet - 29 km
Parking Facilities: Yes
- Sambar Deer
- Indian Gaur
- Elephant
- Variety of Bird Species
- Daypack or small hiking backpack
- Hiking boots or trail shoes as per your convenience
- Reusable water bottle
- Breathable and quick-drying Clothes are best for changing conditions
- Fleece or lightweight down jacket
- Sun hat or caps
- Trail mix, energy bars, nuts, dried fruits
- Personal medication
- Personal Identity Card
- Sunscreen
- Insect Repellent
- Hand Sanitizer
- Trash Bag
- Water-Resistant Wrap for Electronic Devices for rain protection
- Rain Jacket or Poncho
- Sunglasses with UV protection
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Guests
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Know Your Package
Included
Excluded
Your transport up to reception point prior to the trek
Everything that falls outside the inclusions stated above
Things to remember before you book a trek
- Trekking in forests invariably requires physical endurance depending upon the category of the trek.
- Right planning and adequate preparations will make treks immersive and memorable.
- Pick the right trail that matches your fitness level and experience.
- Research your trek destination, be aware of local weather conditions and prepare for it.
- Know the Rules before you embark on the trek.
- Camouflage is the key to observe wildlife; Striking colours, aromatic sprays and Noise will easily give you away.
- Follow appropriate dress code and wear comfortable trekking shoes.
- Carry your backpack: water, snacks, jacket, personal medication etc.
- Please be aware that amenities at the destinations may be offering minimal comfort.
- Pay attention to instructions of the trek leader/ guide.
- Maintain lane discipline and stay with the group; short cuts may turn adverse.
- Observe carefully and do not miss out the little surprises and signs of the animal world.
- It's not a race, listen to your body and take adequate breaks as and when required.
- Selfies at your own risk.
- Refrain from picking wild plants and flowers though they may attract you.
- Treat wildlife with respect: approaching and feeding wild animals can endanger yours and group’s safety.
- Enjoy the scenic view of forest streams & waterfalls; Bathing is prohibited.
- Be a responsible trekker and leave no trash.
Guest reviews
Refreshing and Well Organized Riverine Trek
Had a wonderful experience on the Chinnar–Kottar trek with Trek Tamil Nadu on 10/01/2026. Although the trek started about 20–25 minutes late due to a few late arrivals, the overall coordination was good. We were welcomed with a group selfie, a #TrekTamilNadu branded cap, and roasted peanuts as refreshments. The guide was friendly and informative, and the walk along the river through serene forest surroundings was truly refreshing. A well-organised and enjoyable trek, ideal for beginners and nature lovers.
Soul refreshing
Awesome experience. It was more of a nature walk rather than a trek. The whole route was by the side of Chinaar river & it was so beautiful to watch the sceneries & birds.
Trekking Alongside River Chinnar - An experience to remember
Chinnar-Kootar is a 2.5-kilometer trek from the Chinnar check post at Udumalapettai. This would be our second trek with Trek Tamil Nadu. We were welcomed at the check post by the officers, handed our goodies – a cap, a pamphlet describing the birds in Tamil Nadu, and a packet of roasted peanuts. It was around 10 am when we started the trek, after a slight change in the schedule, and it quite hot for late December. However, within two minutes, the entire atmosphere changed – from a sunny dry path to a babbling stream. It was like Alfred Lord Tennyson’s Brook come to life. The river looked like one long ribbon, with pebbles, rocks, and trees in its way creating far more interesting intrusions in its course. We trekked over rocks, roots of trees, and sand beds, walking alongside the river. The trek was never monotonous, every few minutes we encountered a different object jutting either into or out of the waters, changing its flow pattern from a smooth to turbulent. Walking along, we reached Kootar – the confluence between Chinnar and Pambar. We sat on top of a cliff overlooking the river noisily flow over the rocks. It was half-time.Returning back, we paused at almost every obstacle in the river, taking in the riverine atmosphere. We watched as the birds stopped to drink water and soar above us. We spotted a smooth rock, and refuelled ourselves with the roasted peanuts and chill river water. Muddy wet shoes, mud-stained clothes torn in a spot or two, bruises here and there from stumbling upon rocks and thorny bushes, dishevelled hair which we didn’t really bother to set right, tired legs, but happy and content hearts, we returned home. 2025 thus ended on a great note. Blog: https://trailingintotheunknown2.wordpress.com/2026/01/05/trekking-alongside-river-chinnar/
Wonderful experience
Easy and simple trek. Worth trekking though.
Chinnar- kottar
Excellent trek had a good experience and enjoyed a lot. Thank you Tntrek
