Vuelta Cañón: Discover Costa Rica's 12 km Secret Waterfall
There are places in Costa Rica that traditional travel guides won't show you. Pristine corners where mass tourism doesn't exist and nature still reigns supreme.
Imagine hiking 12 kilometers through the tropical rainforest, with the sound of rushing water growing louder with every step, until you suddenly discover a waterfall that looks straight out of a movie: hidden, surrounded by lush vegetation, and wrapped in pure silence. That is Vuelta Cañón.
Located very close to Poás Volcano, in the beautiful area of Río Cuarto, Alajuela, this hidden gem is not just a hike; it's the authentic adventure you've been looking for. In this article, we'll tell you everything you need to know to live this experience with Ecopaisajes.
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13 Jul 2026
Imagine walking 12 kilometers through the tropical rainforest, with the sound of rushing water growing closer and closer, until you suddenly discover a waterfall that looks straight out of a movie. A waterfall known to few, surrounded by lush vegetation and pure silence.
That is Vuelta Cañón.
This is not a typical mass-tourism tour. There are no crowds waiting for their turn to take a photo. It is an authentic experience in nature, where every step tells a story, and the final destination leaves you speechless. Located near Poás Volcano in... read more
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