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Phantom Rock

A natural rock formation resembles a giant skull rising above the green landscape.
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Photo: Vinayaraj · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

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01 — About

About Phantom Rock

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We’re still writing about Phantom Rock: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

02 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Time of day
Morning or late afternoon
Crowds
Medium

Time and effort

Easy–Moderate

Time needed
1–2 hours

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
Low-cost/free access may apply
Parking
Local parking; limited facilities
Permits
Respect private land and local access

On the ground

Local food
Wayanad coffee, local snacks
Access
Trail and viewpoint access may vary.

Stay safe

Do not climb unstable rock faces

Where it is

Wayanad, Kerala

11.64° N 76.20° E

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