Claim: Koolivayal can be accessed from Mananthavady, which is connected to Periya ghat road, and Kannur, which is also connected to Palchuram mountain road.
Evidence: Koolivayal can be accessed from Mananthavady or Kalpetta. The Periya ghat road connects Mananthavady to Kannur and Thalassery. The Palchuram mountain road connects Kannur and Iritty with Mananthavady.