Sakleshpur is located in the Western Ghats in the Indian state of Karnataka. It has an average elevation of 3,200 ft above sea level. To the north are Chickmagalore and Coorg to south, it is known for beautiful landscapes, green meadows, rivers and waterfalls. The region around Sakleshpur is one of the 18 most diverse spots in the world in terms of flora and fauna. The sub-tropical climate and heavy rains during the wet season create an environment where several unique plant and animal species flourish. It has a temperate climate surrounded with green hills full of coffee, cardamom, pepper and areca plantations. It is a delight for nature lovers. The rugged hills in this region make Sakleshpur a trekker’s paradise. Two rivers originate in Sakleshpur taluk The Kempuhole River and Kumaradhara River which flows westward to join the holy Netravati River, which empties into the Arabian Sea at Mangalore. The Hemavathi River, a tributary of the Kaveri, drains the eastern portion of the district flows through Sakleshpur town.