Cascada El Mixcuate
System of seven waterfalls on the Juluapan river in the mountains of Villa de Álvarez. It is reached by a hike of about 2 km from the community of El Mixcuate (1.5 to 2.5 hours) that crosses the river several times and has sections with fixed ropes; moderate to hard difficulty. Best in the rainy season, when the flow is higher. Hiking, rappelling and swimming in some pools are popular.
Services
- Hiking
Location
Desde Villa de Álvarez se toma la carretera a Juluapan (unos 21 km, cerca de una hora en auto) y se sigue hacia la comunidad de El Mixcuate, donde empieza la caminata de unos 2 km hasta la cascada principal.
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Distances
Cascada El Mixcuate is in the municipality of Villa de Álvarez, about 26 km as the crow flies from Jardín Libertad, in the center of the city of Colima, and about 48 km from Jardín Álvaro Obregón, in Manzanillo.
What to bring
To enjoy the river, pool or lagoon without getting hurt or soaking your things.
- Water shoes River rocks are slippery and hurt your feet.
- Parachute-style hammock Hang it between two trees and rest in the shade.
- Insect repellent There are mosquitoes at all hours by the water.
To go further
- Inflatable 2-person kayak For the lagoon · To paddle lagoons like El Carrizalillo and La María.
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What is nearby
These places in the guide are close to Cascada El Mixcuate, with their approximate straight-line distance, so you can plan a fuller outing:
- La Gloria Escondida Mountains · 7.6 km
- Reserva de la Biosfera Sierra de Manantlán (lado de Colima) Mountains · 9.5 km
- Agua Fria Rivers · 11 km
- Río Incluyente de Picachos (río San Palmar) Rivers · 13 km
- El Salto de Minatitlán Pools & spas · 14 km
More in Villa de Álvarez
Next to the capital, this municipality is famous for its traditions, such as the Feria de la Villa, horse parades, and strong cultural identity. A place where urban life and festivities come together.
The guide has 22 places in Villa de Álvarez. Explore the municipality of Villa de Álvarez.
More from this category in other municipalities: Las Huertas del Chical, Manantiales de Zacualpan, Los Amiales. See all: Rivers.
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