Los Chorros de la Calera

The Chorros de la Calera lie in a gorge below Juayua, where water emerges from the rock face along a length of cliff and falls in several streams into pools at the bottom, fed by springs rather than by a single river, so the flow is steady through the year. The pools are cold and used for swimming, and one of the falls can be walked behind. A concrete path with steps descends from the road, steep in places, and a longer guided route links these falls with others in the area, including Los Chorros de la Calera and the seven waterfalls circuit that involves rope descents and swimming and needs a guide.

What you actually see

• The spring falls - the water emerging from the cliff face in several streams.
• The pools - the cold basins below used for swimming.
• Behind the fall - the space walkable behind one of the streams.
• The gorge - the wooded valley below Juayua.

When to go

November to April in the dry season for the safest paths; the springs run year round so flow is reliable. The seven waterfalls guided route should be booked in Juayua. Weekends bring visitors from the capital.

Honest expectations

The descent is steep and slippery. The water is genuinely cold. The seven waterfalls circuit involves rope work and swimming and is not a casual walk. Guides and fees are arranged in Juayua and vary.

Nearby

Juayua is above; the Ruta de las Flores runs through the town.