Ballarayanadurga Fort is in Charmadi Ghats, which connects Dakshina Kannada and Chikmagalur districts. Ballarayanadurga Fort is at an altitude of 1509m. It can be accessed from two sides. Shorter route is from Sunkasale and longer route is from Bandaje village. Bandaje-Arbi waterfall is very nearby and the only way to reach is to trek.