Dudh Dhara Waterfall - History, Timings & Entry Fee

At a distance of 6 km from Amarkantak Bus Stand, Dudh Dhara or Doodh Dhara is another scenic waterfall located in Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the popular places to visit during the Amarkantak Tour.

Doodh Dhara Waterfall is formed by the holy Narmada River and is the 2nd waterfall on the river Narmada after Kapil Dhara Waterfall. It is a 10 ft high stream that is extremely white. This waterfall is descending from Kapil Dhara and is about 200 meters away from it. There are other popular beliefs behind this name. The sage Durvasa, known for his angry nature, did penance here. It is believed that being pleased with the penance of Sage Durvasa, Mother Narmada appeared to him and made him drink milk since then the river of Narmada got its name as Doodh Dhara.

Sage Durvasa also has a cave here, where he must have meditated. There is also a Shivling in this cave, on which water keeps falling continuously. Sage Durvasa used to consecrate Shiva every day with the Narmada water. On entering the cave, there is a feeling of coolness in the mind and brain. This waterfall is situated on the western edge of the Amarkantak valley amidst thick woods and dense forests. This waterfall is the best place for the picnic and it is not accessible by road as one has to walk for a few hundred meters to reach here from Kapil Dhara Waterfall.

The rainy season is the best time to visit this Dudh Dhara Waterfalls, as the water in the river is at its maximum along with pleasant weather in the forests.

Timings: 8 AM - 5 PM

Entry: Free