List of mountains of Sri Lanka

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The following page lists the mountain peaks of Sri Lanka. The following list comprises mountains that have been thoroughly explored, with their altitudes measured by expert hikers in Sri Lanka. The classification of a separate mountain is determined by the distance between two peaks and the elevation difference between them. Consequently, all the mountains listed below are identified as distinct summits, with any summits within a single mountain range excluded.

Sri Lanka boasts over 1,200 identified mountains, predominantly located in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. This province features three major forest reserves with significant mountain clusters: Knuckles Mountain Range, Pidurutalagala Forest Reserve, Horton Plains National Park, and Peak Wilderness Sanctuary. Additionally, another notable cluster is found in the Namunukula area of the Uva Province. These major forest reserves contain numerous mountains that can be distinctly identified as separate summits within their respective clusters.

The Knuckles Forest Reserve, Peak Wilderness Sanctuary, and Piduruthalagala Forest Reserves encompass distinct summits with challenging hikes that often take years to complete in their entirety. Horton Plains National Park, on the other hand, has four major mountains with identifiable separate peaks, each offering moderate hikes requiring an ascent of approximately 200–300 meters from the main road.

The most arduous mountain hikes are located in the Peak Wilderness Sanctuary, home to elephants and leopards. The dense forest and unpredictable weather conditions contribute to the extreme difficulty and potential danger of these hikes.

The following list is intended for dedicated hikers who aim to explore mountains using GPS systems, as many of these mountains lack established footpaths or clear trails. Hikers are advised to obtain necessary permissions from the Department of Wildlife Conservation (Sri Lanka) before embarking on their hikes.

Mountains

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Pidurutalagala, the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka at 2,524 m (8,281 ft). The military facility atop the summit is visible in this image.
Kirigalpotta, the 2nd tallest mountain.
Udaweriya and Meeriyathenna, the 29th and 36th tallest mountain.
Agrabopath, the 5th tallest mountain.
Great Western Mountain, the 11th highest mountain in Sri Lanka.
Sripada and Bena Samanala Mountains, The holy mountains at Samanala Forest Reserve.
Single Tree Hill, Single Tree Hill and its temple at the top of the mountain.
Hakgala Mountain, Three peaks of Hakgala Mountain.
Mount Oliphant, Mount Oliphant front and Uda Radella behind
Mahamuni Mountain, Mahamuni Kanda seen at Strathsphy Estate.
Perettasi Mountain, This is the view of the giant Perettasi Mountain, summit point located at the right area.
Rank Mountain District Province Summit Location Ref
m ft
1 Pidurutalagala Nuwara Eliya Central 2,524 8,281 07°00′03″N 80°46′26″E / 7.00083°N 80.77389°E / 7.00083; 80.77389 (Pidurutalagala) [1][2][3]
2 Kirigalpotta Nuwara Eliya Central 2,395 7,858 06°47′57″N 80°46′00″E / 6.79917°N 80.76667°E / 6.79917; 80.76667 (Kirigalpotta) [1][2][4]
3 Top Pass Hill Nuwara Eliya Central 2,383 7,818 07°00′27″N 80°45′30″E / 7.00750°N 80.75833°E / 7.00750; 80.75833 (Top Pass Hill) [1][2]
4 Thotupola Kanda Nuwara Eliya Central 2,357 7,733 06°49′59″N 80°49′11″E / 6.83306°N 80.81972°E / 6.83306; 80.81972 (Totapolakanda) [1][2]
5 Agrabopath Nuwara Eliya Central 2,320 7,612 06°48′47″N 80°46′59″E / 6.81306°N 80.78306°E / 6.81306; 80.78306 (Agrabopath) [1][2]
6 Ramboda Hill Nuwara Eliya Central 2,310 7,579 07°00′58″N 80°45′12″E / 7.01611°N 80.75333°E / 7.01611; 80.75333 (Ramboda Hill) [1][2]
7 Leopards Rock Nuwara Eliya Central 2,263 7,425 06°59′29″N 80°45′41″E / 6.99139°N 80.76139°E / 6.99139; 80.76139 (Leopards Rock) [1][2]
8 Adam's Peak Ratnapura Sabaragamuwa 2,243 7,359 06°48′34″N 80°29′59″E / 6.80944°N 80.49972°E / 6.80944; 80.49972 (Adam's Peak) [1][2]
9 Kikilimana Nuwara Eliya Central 2,240 7,349 06°59′06″N 80°44′48″E / 6.98500°N 80.74667°E / 6.98500; 80.74667 (Kikilimana) [1][2]
10 Court's Lodge Point Nuwara Eliya Central 2,224 7,297 06°59′10″N 80°47′37″E / 6.98611°N 80.79361°E / 6.98611; 80.79361 (Court's Lodge Point) [1][2]
11 Great Western Mountain Nuwara Eliya Central 2,216 7,270 06°58′00″N 80°41′38″E / 6.96667°N 80.69389°E / 6.96667; 80.69389 (Great Western Mountain) [1][2]
12 Pattipola Mountain Nuwara Eliya Central 2,205 7,234 06°51′07″N 80°48′06″E / 6.85194°N 80.80167°E / 6.85194; 80.80167 (Pattipola Mountain) [1][2]
13 World's End Rock Nuwara Eliya Central 2,180 7,152 06°46′27″N 80°46′56″E / 6.77417°N 80.78222°E / 6.77417; 80.78222 (World's End Rock) [1][2]
14 Hakgala Nuwara Eliya Central 2,170 7,119 06°55′05″N 80°48′43″E / 6.91806°N 80.81194°E / 6.91806; 80.81194 (Hakgala) [1][2]
15 Conical Hill Nuwara Eliya Central 2,166 7,106 06°54′45″N 80°46′33″E / 6.91250°N 80.77583°E / 6.91250; 80.77583 (Conical Hill) [1][2]
16 Mount Oliphant Nuwara Eliya Central 2,165 7,103 06°58′26″N 80°44′07″E / 6.97389°N 80.73528°E / 6.97389; 80.73528 (Mount Oliphant) [1][2]
17 Uda Radella Nuwara Eliya Central 2,143 7,031 06°57′45″N 80°43′32″E / 6.96250°N 80.72556°E / 6.96250; 80.72556 (Uda Radella) [1][2]
18 Park Green Mountain Nuwara Eliya Central 2,140 7,021 07°00′49″N 80°48′57″E / 7.01361°N 80.81583°E / 7.01361; 80.81583 (Park Green Mountain) [1][2]
19 Haddon Hill Nuwara Eliya Central 2,143 7,031 06°58′02″N 80°45′13″E / 6.96722°N 80.75361°E / 6.96722; 80.75361 (Haddon Hill) [1][2]
20 Perettasi Mountain Nuwara Eliya Central 2,122 6,962 07°04′34″N 80°44′00″E / 7.07611°N 80.73333°E / 7.07611; 80.73333 (Perettasi Mountain) [1][2]
21 One Tree Hill Nuwara Eliya Central 2,105 6,906 06°57′27″N 80°45′45″E / 6.95750°N 80.76250°E / 6.95750; 80.76250 (One Tree Hill) [1][2]
22 Mahakudagala Nuwara Eliya Central 2,103 6,900 07°02′35″N 80°50′40″E / 7.04306°N 80.84444°E / 7.04306; 80.84444 (Mahakudagala) [1][2]
23 North Cove Mountain Nuwara Eliya Central 2,100 6,890 07°02′35″N 80°50′40″E / 7.04306°N 80.84444°E / 7.04306; 80.84444 (North Cove Mountain) [1][2]
24 Kandapola Kanda Nuwara Eliya Central 2,086 6,844 06°58′44″N 80°49′30″E / 6.97889°N 80.82500°E / 6.97889; 80.82500 (Kandapola Kanda) [1][2]
25 New Zealand Farm Mountain Nuwara Eliya Central 2,085 6,841 06°51′32″N 80°47′36″E / 6.85889°N 80.79333°E / 6.85889; 80.79333 (New Zealand Farm Mountain) [1][2]
26 Waterfall Point Nuwara Eliya Central 2,074 6,804 06°55′40″N 80°45′52″E / 6.92778°N 80.76444°E / 6.92778; 80.76444 (Waterfall Point) [1][2]
27 Frotoft Hill Nuwara Eliya Central 2,065 6,775 06°05′42″N 80°43′13″E / 6.09500°N 80.72028°E / 6.09500; 80.72028 (Frotoft Hill) [1][2]
28 Rogbil Hill Nuwara Eliya Central 2,062 6,765 06°49′51″N 80°41′06″E / 6.83083°N 80.68500°E / 6.83083; 80.68500 (Rogbil Hill) [1][2]
29 Udaweriya Badulla Uva 2,060 6,759 06°47′40″N 80°51′55″E / 6.79444°N 80.86528°E / 6.79444; 80.86528 (Udaweriya) [1][2]
30 Mahamuni Kanda Nuwara Eliya Central 2,050 6,726 06°45′48″N 80°35′14″E / 6.76333°N 80.58722°E / 6.76333; 80.58722 (Mahamuni Kanda) [1][2]
31 North Bogawanthalawa Peak Nuwara Eliya Central 2,045 6,709 06°46′09″N 80°39′32″E / 6.76917°N 80.65889°E / 6.76917; 80.65889 (North Bogawanthalawa Peak) [1][2]
32 Kuraattekanda Nuwara Eliya Central 2,039 6,690 06°59′08″N 80°50′58″E / 6.98556°N 80.84944°E / 6.98556; 80.84944 (Kuraattekanda) [1][2]
33 Namunukula Badulla Uva 2,036 6,680 06°55′59″N 81°06′49″E / 6.93306°N 81.11361°E / 6.93306; 81.11361 (Namunukula) [1][2]
34 Gommoliya Badulla Uva 2,034 6,673 06°46′00″N 80°48′33″E / 6.76667°N 80.80917°E / 6.76667; 80.80917 (Gommoliya) [1][2]
35 Elbedda Nuwara Eliya Central 2,016 6,614 06°50′50″N 80°39′53″E / 6.84722°N 80.66472°E / 6.84722; 80.66472 (Elbedda) [1][2]
36 Meeriyathenna Badulla Uva 2,016 6,614 06°47′18″N 81°51′48″E / 6.78833°N 81.86333°E / 6.78833; 81.86333 (Meeriyathenna) [1][2]
37 Balathuduwa Badulla Uva 2,012 6,601 06°45′41″N 80°48′45″E / 6.76139°N 80.81250°E / 6.76139; 80.81250 (Balathuduwa) [1][2]
38 Bena Samanala Nuwara Eliya Central 2,012 6,601 06°47′54″N 80°29′18″E / 6.79833°N 80.48833°E / 6.79833; 80.48833 (Bena Samanala) [1][2]
39 Deegalhinna Nuwara Eliya Central 2,008 6,588 07°03′51″N 80°44′39″E / 7.06417°N 80.74417°E / 7.06417; 80.74417 (Deegalhinna) [1][2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z aa ab ac ad ae af ag ah ai aj ak al am Survey Department of Sri Lanka (2007). The National Atlas of Sri Lanka (Second Edition) (2nd ed.). p. 36. ISBN 955-9059-04-1. OL 23136585M. Wikidata Q87733463.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z aa ab ac ad ae af ag ah ai aj ak al am Sri Lanka Year Book 1982 (PDF). Department of Census and Statistics, Sri Lanka. p. 5.
  3. ^ Herath, Pramitha. "Piduruthalagala". World Mountain Encyclopedia. Archived from the original on 2016-03-04. Retrieved 19 April 2010.
  4. ^ "Mount Kirigalpotta". Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved 19 April 2010.
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