Piedra Volada, Seasonal waterfall in Copper Canyon, Mexico.
Piedra Volada is a seasonal waterfall in Copper Canyon that plunges approximately 450 meters down the canyon wall. The water originates from a distinctive round stone formation and becomes one of Mexico's tallest cascades during the rainy season.
The site came under protection when the National Commission of Protected Natural Areas established oversight of the waterfall. This designation helped preserve the area's natural landscape for future generations.
Local indigenous communities have deep-rooted connections to this place through traditions passed down over generations. The waterfall holds significance within their ancestral lands and remains central to their relationship with the landscape.
The waterfall flows best from June to October when rainfall is heaviest and the cascade is most dramatic. Plan your visit during these months, and be aware that access follows marked trails through private land with an entrance fee.
Water flows only during rainy months, with a round stone formation marking the exact point where the cascade begins. This geological feature developed through natural erosion and makes the waterfall's origin point instantly recognizable.
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