Around Calicut

Kanthalad

A scenic riverside nature spot on the Kakkayam road near the Kuttiady river, with rocks, greenery and hill views — a peaceful, well-kept picnic and relaxation getaway.

Vayalada

A hidden hilltop viewpoint near Balussery, reached by a short forest trek, offering panoramic views of valleys, hills and reservoirs — best in the misty monsoon.

Maruthonkara

A 131-hectare low-elevation evergreen forest eco-tourism centre at Maruthonkara, managed by the Kerala Forest Department, offering a peaceful guided nature walk through rich biodiversity.

Thiruvambady

A relatively hidden, multi-tiered waterfall near Poovaranthode in the Koodaranji/Thiruvambady hills, with clear pools popular for a natural dip.

Kakkadampoyil

A misty little hill station on the Kozhikode–Malappuram border, known for cool weather, rolling green hills, waterfalls and stunning sunrise viewpoints.

Anakkampoyil

A scenic foothill village in the Western Ghats east of Kozhikode, known as a gateway for treks toward Vellarimala and for its streams, greenery and cool, unspoilt landscape.

Wayanad

The lush hill-station district neighbouring Kozhikode — the region's classic weekend getaway, reached via the scenic Thamarassery Churam, with peaks, waterfalls, caves, lakes and plantations.

Thamarassery Churam

A spectacular Western Ghats viewpoint on the Kozhikode–Wayanad ghat road, overlooking the famous 9 hairpin bends of Thamarassery Churam.

Payyoli

A long, clean and relatively untouched beach ~45 km north of Kozhikode, lined with coconut palms — a peaceful, offbeat escape from the crowds.

Peruvannamuzhi

A calm reservoir and dam ~60 km from Kozhikode with a garden, children's park and boating, set on a scenic drive through the countryside near Kuttiyadi.