Cachoeira da Fumaça, Vertical waterfall in Chapada Diamantina National Park, Brazil.
Cachoeira da Fumaça is a waterfall in Chapada Diamantina National Park that drops vertically about 340 meters from high cliff faces above the surrounding landscape. The water descends as a thin ribbon and creates a misty effect in the air as it falls.
Local people knew of this waterfall for generations before a bush pilot brought it to wider attention in the 1960s. That exposure gradually turned it into a destination for trekkers exploring the region.
The waterfall holds significance in Brazilian outdoor recreation, drawing visitors who trek through the Atlantic rainforest landscape to reach its viewing point.
A hiking trail of about 6 kilometers from Vale do Capão reaches the viewpoint and demands moderate fitness level and proper outdoor gear. The path is well-used but some sections can become slippery, especially after rain.
During windy conditions the falling water breaks apart into droplets and never reaches the ground, instead evaporating into the air. This natural occurrence is what inspired the falls to be named after smoke or mist.
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