Trilha Cachoeira Congonhas de Cima, do Meio e de Baixo

Description

Cachoeira de Congonhas is located in the Serra do Cipó National Park, MG, and has a height of 30 meters and a pool of green, crystal-clear water, perfect for a refreshing swim. To reach it, you need to hike approximately 8 kilometers (one way), crossing rocky formations, rocky fields, and streams along the way. The landscapes along the hike are breathtaking, offering a panoramic view of Alto do Palácio and the Pedra do Elefante region before arriving at the waterfall itself.

Activities

Activity Hiking

Time 5h 10m

Guidelines

Extension: 13 Km

Difficulty Moderate

Orientation Moderate

Signaling Level Partial

Conservation Good

Risk Exposure Low

Sun Exposure High

Hydration Point Available

Climbing There is

Minimum Altitude: 996m

Maximum Altitude: 1325m

Negative Unevenness: 907m

Positive Unevenness: 905m

Attractions that the trail offers

Natural Pool

Rock Formations

Mountain Range

Waterfall

The trail is located in the following protected area

Parque Nacional da Serra do Cipó

Santana do Riacho, Minas Gerais

316 km²

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Tips

The trail begins from an access point on MG-10 in front of the Duas Pontes inn, which is about 20 minutes from the commercial center of Santana do Riacho, MG.

Map

Guidelines

Extension: 13 Km

Difficulty: Moderate

Orientation: Moderate

Signaling Level: Partial

Minimum Altitude: 996m

Maximum Altitude: 1325m

Negative Unevenness: 907m

Positive Unevenness: 905m

Route

The access to Cachoeira das Congonhas is via the "Trails of the Slaves," where the hike begins, always going straight ahead, passing the sign for "Mãe D'água." After overcoming the peak, there will be a slight descent, crossing the Soberbo Stream, followed by a gentle ascent. Follow the well-marked trail. Around km 6, the path begins a descent until reaching the beautiful and inviting Cachoeira Congonhas de Cima. The Congonhas de Baixo has a larger pool and waterfall. Up to that point, the path becomes muddier, and eventually, it is necessary to descend over rocks. This is the steepest part of the route, but it can be easily managed. The path between the two waterfalls is about 1 km descending to the left. The Congonhas do Meio has a discreet waterfall that resembles more of a rapid, but it features a wonderful pool, great for swimming, being the least visited of the three. To reach it, a detour of only 200m is required on the path between the Congonhas de Cima and Congonhas de Baixo waterfalls.