Thousand Foot Falls

Thousand Foot Falls is a waterfall in the mountain forest of Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve that drops water from a narrow rock fissure. The stream appears thin and ribbon-like, especially during drier months when rainfall is limited.

The forest reserve was established to protect the natural pine forests and river systems flowing through the mountains. Over recent decades, it has developed into a key location for ecotourism activities in Belize.

The waterfall flows through the Maya Mountains, a landscape tied to indigenous heritage and territorial presence in the region. Visitors walking to the viewpoint pass through terrain that connects to centuries-old Maya communities.

The location is reached by driving through unpaved forest roads in the reserve, which requires a vehicle capable of handling rough terrain. The path to the waterfall viewpoint is short but can become slippery when wet, so sturdy footwear is essential.

Despite its name suggesting a powerful cascade, the waterfall is actually a thin ribbon of water emerging from a rock crevice, making it visually striking in an unexpected way. The viewing platform sits on a hillside surrounded by open forest, offering a sense of standing above the treetops.