Pachmarhi

Madhya Pradesh's only hill station — ghat roads, waterfalls and viewpoints in the Satpura range.

Pachmarhi≈ 200 km from Bhopal

Pachmarhi is the region's classic weekend ride: plains give way to the Satpura hills, and the final climb brings forest, valleys and cooler air. Plan for an overnight stay so the ride never has to be rushed.

Travel notes

Book stays ahead on long weekends. Fuel up before the climb.

Road safety

Ghat sections have blind bends — no overtaking on curves, and use engine braking on descents.

Rules, permits and access

Parts of the plateau fall inside protected forest; some points need permits or allow only authorised vehicles.