Naneghat
Naneghat, Ghatghar, Maharashtra 410502 (Pune)
If you are looking for a monsoon trek steeped in history near Junnar, Naneghat is a great choice. This ancient mountain pass carried trade between the coast and the Deccan for over two thousand years, and the old toll cave and rock inscriptions still mark the route. In the rains the ghat fills with waterfalls and drifting clouds, making it one of the finest monsoon walks near Pune and Mumbai alike. It is about 122 km from both cities. Monsoon is the classic season, and the pass is easy to moderate going.
Why go
- Ancient 2,000-year-old trade pass between the Konkan and the Deccan
- Rock-cut toll cave and Satavahana-era inscriptions
- Monsoon waterfalls and drifting clouds over the ghat
Travel at a glance
How to reach
Drive to Naneghat, Ghatghar, Maharashtra 410502 using the listed coordinates, then continue from the local trailhead/base-village approach. Confirm the final road, parking and any permits locally before leaving.
Nearest railway station
Vashind railways station (~46 km straight-line)
Things to carry
FAQs
What is the difficulty?
moderate.
How long should I allow?
Day trek; timing varies by route.
What is the best season?
Monsoon.
Which railway station is closest?
Vashind railways station (~46 km straight-line).