Manekgad

This dome shaped hill fort stands isolated opposite IRSHAL, across the PUNE highway to the southwest of CHOWK .  It has water tanks and a huge grassy plateau.  It commands a grand view and is an enjoyable trek, particularly in the monsoons and winter.

Grade  :- MEDIUM                
Height :- 1876 feet

GETTING HERE : -

Reach KARJAT by Train /Road. 

Then take a bus to CHOWK to VADGAON. Via KOLBHE.  On the way the river PATAL GANGA is to be crossed over a bridge.

A short climb to a ridge behind the village and then a long traverse south to the base of the fort.  The final climb circumvents the massif on the west to reach the open top.

A short cut would be to descend steeply to the TALASARI village to the col from where the final climb begins.

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