Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area)
Tigers keeping a close eye on gaurs in Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
Interactive map of Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
LocationChikkamagaluru District, Karnataka, India
Nearest cityChikkamagaluru
Coordinates13°41′43.72″N 75°38′12.53″E / 13.6954778°N 75.6368139°E / 13.6954778; 75.6368139
Area892.46 km2 (344.58 sq mi)
Max. elevation1,875 m (6,152 ft)
Min. elevation615 m (2,018 ft)
Established1951
Governing bodyMinistry of Environment and Forests, Government of India

Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary and tiger reserve in the state of Karnataka, India. It hosts a wide range of flora and fauna. The 1,875 m (6,152 ft) high Hebbe Giri is the highest peak in the sanctuary.