Lohagad Trek was one of the best and amazing trek I ever had in my life.

A beautiful fort in a beautiful location, good roads to the base and an easy climb make Lohagad fort one of the more popular destinations to visit close to Pune.

Lohgad is situated about 5 Km. from Malavali station. We have to get down at Malavali station near to Lonavala. After crossing the Express-Highway & reaching Bhaje village we get straight route to Lohgad. 1½ hours walk from Bhaje will lead to Lohgadwadi.

In 1670, Shivaji Maharaj won Lohgad fort and in the year 1751, Gaikwad and Dabhade family were incarcerated in this fort.

15 min walk from Lohgadwadi will take you to the top. We can reach to the top of fort by stairs.

Many of the structures on the fort are still intact and climbing the fort would give you the feeling of actually climbing a fort rather than walk on “made in 21st century” concrete steps!

For trekker’s Lohgad should be a real treat to visit giving a wonderful view from its top.

Today, most of the forts are in dilapidated states, however Lohgad is still in much better condition.

To the western side of the fort is ‘Vinchu Kata’. It is 1500m long & 30m wide part of the mountain, separated from the main part. This is most fascinating spot on the top of the fort. Viewing from the fort this portion looks like scorpion’s sting and hence it is called ‘Vinchu Kata’. This ‘Vinchu Kata’ was used for keeping a watch on the nearby area. We all spent a nice time over there having photography sessions, etc. There is also a flag post at the end of Vinchu Kata.

As we climbed up, breathtaking views would unfold in front of our eyes.  The natural beauty on the way was simply amazing.

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