Pashan Hill
Range
Sahyadri
Altitude
672m
Difficulty
Easy
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About Pashan Hill
Pashan Hill is a prominent hillock that forms part of the natural boundary between Pashan and Baner. It is a favored spot for morning walkers, birdwatchers, and photography enthusiasts, offering a peaceful escape from the city's noise. The hilltop provides a panoramic view of the Pashan LakeClick to open side panel for more information, the Mumbai-Bangalore Highway, and the urban landscape of western Pune.
Best time to visit
Best Months (comma sep): June, July, August, September, October, November, December, January, February
History & Significance
Historically used as grazing land for local villages, it has been transformed into a biodiversity zone through extensive tree plantation drives by local citizen groups and NGOs over the last two decades.
Places to See
Pashan Lake view, Sunset Point, and the diverse plantation zones across the plateau.
Journey & Transport
How to Reach
By Bus: Take a PMPML bus to the Pashan-Sus Road or Vardayani Society stop. By Road: Drive to the base of the hill near Vardayani Society or the Sus-Pashan Link Road to find the starting points of the trails.
Important Notes
Safety: It is advisable to avoid the hill after dark as it is quite secluded. Environment: Please carry all your plastic waste back with you to maintain the cleanliness of the biodiversity park. Nearby police station: Pashan Police Chowky / Chaturshringi Police Station Nearby hospital: Jupiter Hospital (Baner) / Shashwat Hospital (Aundh)
Facilities
- StayNo overnight stay on the hill. Numerous hotels and serviced apartments are available in the Pashan and Baner areas.
- FoodNo food stalls on the hill. Pashan and the nearby Baner-Sus road have many cafes, local snack centers, and restaurants.
- WaterNot available on the hill. Trekkers must carry their own water bottles. Range (if applicable): Sahyadri Foothills / Baner-Pashan Biodiversity Park