Covered with evergreen shola forests, monsoon forests and grass savannahs, Ranipuram is famous for its trekking trails. It is located at 750 m above sea level. Earlier it was known as Madathumala. Tourist cottages are available for stay from which one can see wandering elephant herds.

Getting there:
Jeep services to Ranipuram are readily available from Panathady, linked to Kanhangad by frequent bus services.
Nearest railway station: Kasaragod, about 85 km.
Nearest airport: Mangalore, 50 km from Kasaragod.