Machindragad is an isolated rock pinnacle with a connecting ridge to Gorakhgad (nearby fort with a cave and cisterns at the base. A rock staircase leads to the top). Travel from Kalyan or Karjat to Murbad by bus and then to Khopivali by jeep. Follow an easy route to the base of Gorakhgad.

Reach the Gorakhgad - Machindragad col and climb the ridge to top. The actual final climb is about 30 m. It has a rocky top and is rather difficult to climb. One must go prepared for a rock climb.