Bekal Fort in Kasargod district near Kanhangad is a good place to visit to soak in the sun and the beautiful beach near the historical Bekal fort. This place is about 30km from Payyanur and is worth paying a visit. The best way to reach this place from Payyanur is via Road or Train. If you are interested in taking water route, you can go to a boat service from Payyanur to Nileshwar enjoying the endless beauty of river route of Kerala. From Nileshwar you can get to Bekal through road.

Madayi Para is another place to visit which is about 15 km from Payyanur. This hill side overlooking beautiful Arabian Sea is a nice place to spend your evenings. There is a big pond on top of the hills and the pond never dries even in harsh summer. During the spring you will get to enjoy many flower verities found only in this place.

Situated near the confluence of the Payaswini River and the Arabian Sea, the Chandragiri Village is known for its large 17th century fort built by Sivappa Naik of Bedanore. The Chandragiri Fort, one among a chain of forts built by the same ruler, perched atop a hill is in ruins now. But the location offers a breathtaking view of the convergence of the river and the Arabian Sea. The place is a vantage point to watch the sunset from the ancient Kizhur State Temple at Chandragiri, which celebrates the annual festival called Pattu Utsavam. Chandragiri is situated 4 km from Bekal.

Pallikere Beach is one of the most fascinating beach located in Kasargod District. It is located about 1km from Bekal Fort. The beach offers captivating view of the Bekal fort. Pallikere beach is a favorite haunt for the tourists in Kasargod. Tourist can enjoy the beach scenario and relax here in amidst of coconut grooves all along the beach. It is at walking distance from the fort , tourist mainly come here to relax in the peaceful place which rejuvenate their body. Pallikere beach is an ideal place for tourist leisure.