Brazil · Rio Grande do Sul
Caracol Falls
Cascata do Caracol
A single unbroken plunge through the Serra Gaúcha's subtropical forest is viewed from a glass-floored observation tower and a funicular that descends to the base, making it one of southern Brazil's most accessible major falls. Araucaria pines frame the basalt cliff on both sides.
A single unbroken plunge through the Serra Gaúcha's subtropical forest is viewed from a glass-floored observation tower and a funicular that descends to the base, making it one of southern Brazil's most accessible major falls. Araucaria pines frame the basalt cliff on both sides.
Caracol Falls drops 131 metres (430 ft) on the Caracol, inside Caracol State Park. It is a plunge-type fall, and the nearest base for a visit is Canela, with CXJ the closest airport. Access to the main viewpoint is rated easy.
Cooler, cloudless winter months (May-Aug) give the clearest views from the tower.
What you can do here
Hiking
From ten-minute boardwalks to multi-day approaches through cloud forest.
Photography
Light angles, moonbows, spray management and the hours that actually work.
When to go
Cooler, cloudless winter months (May-Aug) give the clearest views from the tower.
Entry: State park entry ~$10 USD
Getting there
- Base townCanela
- AirportCXJ
- CountryBrazil
- RegionRio Grande do Sul, South America
- AccessEasy — a short walk or roadside viewpoint
On the map
-29.3667, -50.8333
Quick answers
How tall is Caracol Falls?
Caracol Falls drops 131 metres (430 feet). It is a plunge-type waterfall on the Caracol.
When is the best time to visit Caracol Falls?
Peak flow is May to August. Cooler, cloudless winter months (May-Aug) give the clearest views from the tower.
What can you do at Caracol Falls?
Beyond the viewpoints: hiking and photography. Access to the main viewpoint is rated easy — a short walk or roadside viewpoint.
How do you get to Caracol Falls?
The usual base is Canela, and the closest airport is CXJ. A short walk or roadside viewpoint from there. State park entry ~$10 USD.
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