Fortuna Waterfall

Do NOT pay extra for a tour guide for this hike. We loved the fact the hike is almost all shaded. The waterfall is beautiful and we got a decent workout on the way back up. The water is refreshing and very clear. Expected a more environmentally friendly space. We also didn’t see a single animal except for a few fish in the water.

It cost $20 per person to access. Parking is easy. To get to the water fall it is 500 steps down. It is easy to get down and a bit of a pain coming back up so just take it slow. There are a couple of spots to sit and catch your breath. When we went the waterfall was too strong to allow swimming so maybe check before you go. There is a place downstream to swim though. If you want it without tourist go when it opens. Worth a visit and a swim. They have a bar so that is motivation to make it back up. They also have a gift shop. Worth going to for sure.

Once in a lifetime experience! This waterfall was beautiful and unforgettable. There were a ton of steps, so be sure to wear grippy shoes and a raincoat/poncho if you prefer. I was fine with getting wet with just a t-shirt, but it did get a bit cold. You can swim in the waterfall and there are more spots around to view scenery and smaller waterfalls.

Powerful! This is a short, but physically demanding, up and down hike. Go slow, with decent shoes, even in the rain, and you'll be fine. The intensity of the waterfall spray and beauty IS worth it. Depending on the season, you can swim under the falls or just downstream (they have a bench, clothes hooks, and a DNR guard). Back atop the falls, there is a nice, covered outdoor area with food, drinks, souvenirs, butterfly garden, and nice bathrooms. If you're visiting in the afternoon, check the time they usher people out (1630?).

The waterfall was amazing! You could swim and hang out in the creeks the water felt like a cold plunge so refreshing. There was 500 stairs so it was a hard time coming back up. But they have stopping points on the way to take breaks.

A Must See. Breath taking. It’s a bit of a work out getting there but worth it. There are over 500 steps. Plenty of rest stops. We weren’t able to swim near the falls due to heavy rains but did get to go in the river. Cool and refreshing. Bring water shoes if possible.

Changing down by the falls makes it little tricky. If you need to change do it upstairs. Walk down is not but coming back up takes a while. Some area is very steep. Water is cold. We were allowed to swim today. There is a life guard in couple of sections.

Absolutely breathtaking and beautiful. The waterfall and surrounding flora are something to behold. Very romantic as well. The stairs are tough. Consider it will take you a lot longer to go up the 500+ steep stairs. Absolutely worth the trek.