Bugle Rock Park is a neighbourhood park in Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, set around an exposed rock formation. It offers a green pause among local landmarks, with pathways, benches and a lawn.
Check BBMP’s official site for current opening hours and entry details before you set out.
- Location: Basavanagudi, Bengaluru
- Park area: 1 acre 40.0 guntha
- Notable feature: exposed rock formation
- Facilities include pathways, benches, a lawn, toilets and a play area
Where Bugle Rock Park Is
Bugle Rock Park is in Basavanagudi, a neighbourhood of Bengaluru. It falls under the BASAVANAGUDI ward. Its setting is associated with the Bull Temple and Dodda Ganapathi Temple, making the park one of several local landmarks to consider when planning time in this part of the city.
The park covers 1 acre 40.0 guntha and is one of the parks in Bengaluru that offer a green break in the city.
What Makes the Park Notable
The park’s defining natural feature is an exposed rock formation. Trees within the park are also reported as roosting habitat for Indian flying foxes, with a recorded roost size of 650–710.
There are cultural landmarks within the park as well. An old water-tank wall carries murals of Kempe Gowda I and M. Visvesvaraya, behind a statue of D. V. Gundappa. The statue was erected in 2002–03.
Walking Around the Park
The park has pathways and pathway lights, along with a lawn, benches and a gym. Facilities also include security, a play area, toilets and boundary lights.
Those amenities give you a few ways to use a visit: walk the paths, take a break on a bench or spend time around the lawn and rock features.
Getting There
Driving is a straightforward option from Hotel Gangothri, with the park about 15 minutes away by car. If you plan to use public transport, check current routes and service details before travelling; published route information can change.
After a visit to the park, a room at Hotel Gangothri gives you somewhere to rest.
Entry, Timings and Visitor Considerations
Published visitor listings disagree about Bugle Rock Park’s opening hours. Check BBMP’s official site before you go.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 5:30–10:00 and 16:00–20:30
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Pairing the Park with Nearby Sights
The Bull Temple and Dodda Ganapathi Temple are among the landmarks associated with Bugle Rock Park’s Basavanagudi setting. You can plan around those local sights, then make a separate outing to Lalbagh Botanical Gardens for another green space in Bengaluru.
FAQs
What facilities does Bugle Rock Park have?
Facilities include pathways, benches, a lawn, a gym, a play area, toilets and security.
What else can you visit around Bugle Rock Park?
The Bull Temple and Dodda Ganapathi Temple are landmarks associated with the park’s Basavanagudi setting.