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  1. Baba Dhansar Waterfall:<\/strong> 15 km from Katra<\/li>\n
  2. Jhajjar Kotli Waterfall: <\/strong>17 km from Katra<\/li>\n
  3. Siar baba temple waterfall: <\/strong>30 km from Katra<\/li>\n
  4. Salal Waterfall:<\/strong> 80 kilometers from Katra<\/li>\n
  5. Jungle Gali Waterfall:<\/strong> 25 km from Katra<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    I recently had the chance to visit Vaishno Devi Darbar from Katra, and later we decided to visit many nearby places.<\/p>\n

    At Katra bus stand all taxi drivers told us to visit Shiv Khori temple or Patnitop Hill station. But since we only had 1 day with us, we decided to visit a few places that are less than 100 km from Katra, and here we were quite lucky to visit 5 waterfalls near Katra.<\/p>\n

    Our journey began with the closest one, Baba Dhansar Waterfall, and boy was it worth it!<\/p>\n

    Think lush greenery, clear blue water streams, and a whole lot of natural beauty on the route.<\/p>\n

    Each waterfall had its own story to tell, and I couldn’t get enough. If you’re a nature lover like me, these waterfalls near Katra are a must-visit.<\/p>\n

    Check them out and if you have visited any one of them then please share your experience with us.<\/p>\n

    1. <\/strong>Baba Dhansar Waterfall<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Baba Dhansar Waterfall<\/p><\/div>\n

    15 km from Katra\/ 25 minutes drive<\/p>\n

    First we reached the charming village of Baba Dhansar, not far from Katra. It’s famous for its Shiv Temple and an incredible waterfall, Baba Dhansar Waterfall.<\/p>\n

    We asked many locals about the story behind the temple and waterfall, & got to know that, a long time ago, a nasty demon blocked the villagers’ water source & started killing them. But then, Lord Shiva himself appeared, defeated the demon, and created a flowing stream to give the villagers fresh water.<\/p>\n

    That stream eventually became the beautiful Waterfall, which today is known as Baba Dhansar Waterfall.<\/p>\n

    Visiting the temple and then seeing the waterfall near Karua Jheel was like stepping into a legend. Nature and mythology, all in one place. A must-visit spot for sure!<\/p>\n

    2. Jhajjar Kotli Waterfall<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Jhajjar Kotli picnic spot<\/p><\/div>\n

    17 km from Katra\/ 30 minutes drive<\/p>\n

    Another waterfall near Katra which we visited is a very peaceful spot called Jhajjar Kotli. It’s like a little hidden paradise where locals and travelers go for picnics.<\/p>\n

    The best part is it’s not too crowded, so you can relax and enjoy the peace. There’s a small waterfall here, known as Jhajjar Kotli Waterfall.<\/p>\n

    Now, it’s not a massive waterfall where you can go swimming, but it’s just right for a calm family picnic.<\/p>\n

    Picture this: nature all around, a gentle waterfall, and quality time with your loved ones.<\/p>\n

    It’s a recipe for a perfect day out!<\/p>\n

    3. Siar Baba Waterfall<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    30 km from Katra\/ 1 hour drive<\/p>\n

    The Siar Baba or Sihad Baba Waterfall is in Kotla village in the Reasi district, and it’s about an hour’s drive from Katra. The temple here is well-known among the local people, and the waterfall is right next to it.<\/p>\n

    According to the locals, if a couple is having trouble having children, they should visit the Siar Baba Temple and take a bath in the Siar Baba Waterfall for good news. If this happens, they should come back to hold a special meal (bhandara) here.<\/p>\n

    In any case, the Siar Baba Waterfall is a beautiful place, and even the Reasi district is incredibly scenic for a drive.<\/p>\n

    4. Salal Waterfall & Dam<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Salal Waterfall & Dam<\/p><\/div>\n

    36 km from Katra\/ 1 hour 20 minute drive<\/p>\n

    So, after visiting the Sian Baba Temple & Waterfall, we visited this viewpoint, it\u2019s quite nice as all surrounding is full of green mountains, and the Chenab River and we can say that this is a man-made waterfall but taking a bath here can kill you.<\/p>\n

    This is Salal Hydroelectric Power Station, where a Water Reservoir has been created, & many tourists are visiting this place for the beautiful view of Chenab Riven and a waterfall-like spot, which they call Salal Waterfall.<\/p>\n

    5. Jungle Gali Waterfall<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Jungle Gali<\/p><\/div>\n

    37 km from Katra\/ 1 hour drive<\/p>\n

    Actually, the name of the place is Jungle Gali and there is a waterfall here, so we call it Jungle Gali Waterfall. Jungle Gali is a trekking destination, travelers come here for a 1-day trek, and in monsoon season they are blessed with a beautiful waterfall.<\/p>\n

    You can even plan activities like camping, and bonfire here as many private caf\u00e9 & tours are available here, but if you only want to see a beautiful waterfall, do come in the rainy season only.<\/p>\n

    6. Other notable waterfalls near Katra<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Aharbal Waterfall<\/p><\/div>\n

    So the above 5 waterfalls near Katra all a 1 hour drive from Katra, and the most beautiful one is Baba Dhansar Waterfall. And besides these 5 there are many hidden waterfalls that are not even listed on google maps.<\/p>\n

    But if you can plan a trip to Kashmir from here then you can see some amazing waterfalls like Aharbal Waterfall, Ningli Nalla Waterfall, etc.<\/p>\n

    So, do plan a trip to Vaishno Devi in Katra and then visited some of these waterfall sites nearby. And do check out my Vaishno Devi travel blog<\/a>, where I have shared the latest details for travelers planning a trip to Vaishno Devi.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>