Sakaleshpur is located over a mountain surrounded by River Hemavathi. It is land of mystic serenity, enchanting vistas, lovely mountain passes and slopes. It provides ample opportunities for nature lovers and the adjoining areas also have immense scope for leisure pursuits. Sakaleshpur is in Hassan District which was under the region of Mouryas and later under the Kingdoms of Kadambas, Chalukyas, Gangas, Hoysalas and Vijayanagar Empire.

Sakaleshpur is easily accessible from all comers of the country. The nearest airports are Bangalore (225 Kms)and Mangalore (130 Kms). Sakaleshpur is well connected by road from all the major cities in Karnataka and is also connected by rail and it is 38 Kms from Hassan, the District Head Quarters towards Mangalore.