Geography of Nashik District

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Nashik District in Maharashtra, India, is known for its hills in the north and north‑east. These hill ranges are eastward spurs of the Western Ghats and stand out as landmarks, with some hosting shrines and others offering trekking routes. The hills fall into three main ranges:

Selbari-Dolbari range: The northernmost range, forming a boundary with Dhule District. Most of Selbari lies north of the Mausam River, looping from west to east, with the southern part sometimes called Dholbari. The range is often called Selbari-Dolbari. Its highest peak is Salher at 1,567 m, the second highest peak in Maharashtra and home to the highest fort in the Western Ghats.

Satmala range: Runs across Nashik and is part of the Sahyadris. These peaks are visible from much of the district and are prominent landmarks. The highest peak is Dhodap at 1,451 m, the third highest in Maharashtra after Kalsubai and Salher, and the 29th highest in the Western Ghats.

Chanvad range: Lies to the east of this area, south of Nashik. It is near the Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple. The northern face is the birthplace of the Godavari, India’s second-longest river. The southern face is densely forested and forms the catchment area for the Upper Vaitarna Reservoir, a major source of drinking water for Mumbai. The tallest peak in this range is Brahmagiri at 1,295 m, followed by Anjaneri at 1,280 m.