Big Rock Falls
Big Rock Falls
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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  • LET GO LEASH • Alecia
    273 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Go chasing waterfalls
    If there is a waterfall that I can swim at, the answer is always yes! I did this hike with my parents (who are very fit but 70 years old) and they struggled a bit. The hike is very steep with make shift stairs and they struggled to keep their balance a bit. Once we got down the 100+ stairs, the pool at the bottom to swim in was beautiful, and a local even showed me where it was safe to dive into. Beautiful falls. If you are fit and confident of hiking skills, would recommend
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 13 December 2023
  • Lakith L
    59 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great waterfall amazing views and good swimming by the fall.
    Very good waterfall, not crowded. We went there on a Monday morning in late December (busy travel season), and we we were the only people there. Few people showed up around midday, but it was not crowded at all. Drive there from San Ignacio was not too bad, most of the road is paved, but the last 5km was pretty bumpy. Then there was a short walk down on wooden steps which was also easy to manage. The falls were great, amazing views, and swimming in the fall area was amazing. Recommend a visit.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 18 December 2023
  • S M
    Sandy Springs, Georgia208 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful waterfall
    Beware of the hike down to see the falls- very steep and extremely slippery if it has been raining. But the view is well worth the hike if you are up for it. People can go swimming in the area below the falls. I did not get in, so I am not sure how warm the water feels. Wear mosquito repellent and bring a first aid kit in case of falls.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 25 December 2023
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robertking52
West Hartford, CT34 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 • Family
This is a fun mini-adventure to kick-start the time in Belize. A moderately-strenuous home from Blacaneaux Lodge takes you to a haven of waterfalls and whorls fit for swimming and lazing about. Your path to Big Rock is simpler from the Main Road and parking lot. We caught a quiet time with plenty of space for our family, but the venue can get crowded.
Written 12 March 2020
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Tif N
Belize City, Belize22 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020 • Couples
This was a surprise trip planned by my partner and he couldn't have planned a better trip. Big Rock Falls is definitely a gem off the beaten path but when you arrive... the journey will be all worth it. This natural wonder is a spectacular site and as a local I was proud to experience what millions of tourist travel far to enjoy. This natural wonder was an experience I will cherish.
Written 31 July 2020
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
Big Rock Falls, is a hidden gem in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve. This beautiful cascading waterfall gushes over giant granite rocks. Emerald pools below make perfect for the swimming spot. Getting to this waterfall requires some exercise with a hike down to the waterfall base. Jumping in the waterfalls is refreshing and invigorating. The best way to visit this waterfall is on a tour as the terrain is sometimes rough.
Written 16 March 2020
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Lakith L
summit, nj59 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
Very good waterfall, not crowded. We went there on a Monday morning in late December (busy travel season), and we we were the only people there. Few people showed up around midday, but it was not crowded at all. Drive there from San Ignacio was not too bad, most of the road is paved, but the last 5km was pretty bumpy. Then there was a short walk down on wooden steps which was also easy to manage. The falls were great, amazing views, and swimming in the fall area was amazing. Recommend a visit.
Written 18 December 2023
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OmanRob
Canmore, Canada1,502 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Couples
We visited here today and it was a really pretty falls but please please be aware that the stepped path down is pretty treacherous and the rocks towards the falls super slippery.

Our guide Edwin from Edwin’s Adventure Tours was very clear with us ahead of time so we had good footwear and we’re very glad we did as it rained when we visited.

Lovely view and cool falls worth a visit - we combined it with Rio On Pools which made for a lovely afternoon - thanks Edwin for suggesting

Rob
Written 10 January 2023
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Jillian
Oklahoma City, OK102 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021
My husband & I biked to Big Rock Falls from Gaia. We hiked down the somewhat treacherous wooden stairs that were embedded with nails for traction. The trail has a few railings missing in some places but all in all not too scary. The Waterfall is impressive and the swimming spot feels divine after the bike & hike. We were there on a Sunday so it was a bit crowded but we still had fun. We saw some people jump off the big rock into the water in front of the falls and even mustered up the courage to do it ourselves. It was thrilling and fun but beware the rocks are VERY very slippery. Try not to hurt yourself by sliding around too much. I bruised my foot by slipping and falling on the rocks. Ouch. It started to rain after we were there for awhile so we packed up & started the trek back in the mud. We should have just waited it out but you live and you learn.
Written 18 August 2021
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LWhitewolf
Huntington Beach, CA73 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2020
The falls were nice and the water was definitely refreshing after the hike from Blancaneaux. As others mentioned, once you get here there are a number of steep steps to get down to (and out from) the falls - these were mostly manageable. Water was cool for this time of year but not too bad (I'm sure it's amazing during the summer). The hike from Blancaneux takes 45 to 60 minutes and I would classify it as an intermediate level of hiking - you'll need to be moderately active in order to do it.
Written 13 December 2020
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seanwhittaker
Takoma Park, MD23 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Family
Big rock falls was a beautiful waterfall with large deeps pools that you can swim around in and a great view. However getting there is a bit of a journey, first you have to travel down a long bumpy dirt road and then park in a small parking spot. Then you have to walk for about two minutes to the top of the stairs which are quite steep and rickety. Getting down the stairs doesn’t take too long but be carful not to fall. Once you are there, it is quite nice to swim in but if you are planning to jump off the rocks into the water be very carful, a lot of people were slipping off the rocks and someone almost got very hurt. I would say stick to just swimming in the pools if you want to play it safe.
Written 14 April 2022
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LET GO LEASH • Alecia
273 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
If there is a waterfall that I can swim at, the answer is always yes!

I did this hike with my parents (who are very fit but 70 years old) and they struggled a bit. The hike is very steep with make shift stairs and they struggled to keep their balance a bit. Once we got down the 100+ stairs, the pool at the bottom to swim in was beautiful, and a local even showed me where it was safe to dive into.

Beautiful falls. If you are fit and confident of hiking skills, would recommend
Written 13 December 2023
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tmcdee
Toronto, Canada92 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
We ventured twice to Big Rock from Blancaneaux Lodge, first by hike, then by mountain bike. Steep hill down to the falls, rocks slippery as an FYI. Loved it so much we had to go back the next day. We were amazed at how much it resembled Canada. 👌🇨🇦Gaia Lodge close by for good food and drink and spectacular views.
Written 16 February 2020
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