Gambhirgad
Grade : Moderate
Region : Palghar
Base village : Patilwadi
Landmark : -
Number of Routes : 1
Highest Altitude : 2250 Feet (686m)
Trek Duration : 3 hours ascend, 2.5 hours descend
Surrounding Peaks : -
Ideal Season : June to February (Monsoon months are good weather wise and Winter months for clear views)
Major Attarction :
Small Water Stream at the Start of Trek, 360 View from Top, Offbeat Forest Trail and Small Temple at Top
Water Sources :
There are 4-6 water tanks. Only one water tanks offer potable water but a rope is required for the same. However water is not potable at times hence it is recommended to carry water from Base Village itself.
Special thing about structure/route :
On the left side of the fort one can certainly see evidences of now extinct curtain wall. Also small pinncle like structure near top.
History Info :
Not much is know about the History of this fort but it was used as watchtower to protect nearby trade route.
