All updates below are based on verified, on-ground reports from area coordinators, Trail Hosts, and partner estates. Conditions may change with weather, and hikers are advised to check updates regularly.
🟢 Open Stages (Clear)
The following 16 stages are open and clear from warnings:
- Stage 01: Hanthana to Galaha
- Stage 05: Pundaluoya to Watagoda
- Stage 06: Watagoda to Kotagala
- Stage 07: Kotagala to Norwood
- Stage 08: Norwood to Bogawanthalawa
- Stage 09: Bogawanthalawa to Dayagama
- Stage 10: Dayagama to Horton Plains
- Stage 11: Horton Plains to Udaweriya
- Stage 13: Haputale to St Catherines
- Stage 14: St Catherines to Makulella
- Stage 15: Makulella to Ella
- Stage 16: Ella to Demodara
- Stage 19: Ettampitiya to Loonuwatte
- Stage 20: Loonuwatte to Udupussellawa
- Stage 21: Udupussellawa to Kandapola
- Stage 22: Kandapola to Pedro
🟡 Minor Impact Stages
🔴 High Impact Stages
Warning Level: Low
All minor impact stages are hikeable. Hikers should use caution and check regular trail status updates and weather conditions before departure.
- Stage 02: Galaha to Loolkandura
- Stage 03: Loolkandura to Tawalantenne
- Stage 12: Udaweriya to Haputale
- Stage 17: Demodara to Hali Ela
- Stage 18: Hali Ela to Ettampitiya
Warning Level: High
- Stage 04: Tawalantenne to Pundaluoya
This stage has been temporarily closed due to high risk conditions, limited access, and has not been fully evaluated yet for safety.
The Pekoe Trail Watch App
To improve real time safety and transparency, hikers and trail partners can now access verified updates through the Pekoe Trail Watch App.
- Report landslides, fallen trees, damaged bridges, overgrowth, or access issues
- Upload geotagged photos and ground observations
- Support faster response and accurate public updates
All reports are reviewed and verified before being shared publicly.
View live stage status and reports on the Pekoe Trail Watch App
Trail Pass Reminder
Please obtain a valid trail pass so we can account for all hikers on the trail in case of an emergency.
Conditions may exist that are not noted here and may change due to weather or other factors.
Hikers must use their own judgement and hike subject to trail terms and conditions.
