Paithalmala, situated in Kannur district, is a hill station set at height of 1375 m from the sea level. The mountain ranges spread across 500 acres is part of the Western Ghats and is mainly a dense forest.   The view of the rolling valleys from the mountain top is magnificent. Wildlife inclusive of the flora and fauna, as well as the waterfalls is the important attractions of Paithalmala. Trekking to Paithalmala will surely be loved by adventure lovers, for, the 6 km trekking route through the semi-evergreen shola forest is very arduous and you must have an enduring stamina to complete the trip. Some area of the valley has been allotted for agriculture where crops like rubber, vanilla and cocoa are grown abundantly.