Cascada de Cacalotenango, Natural waterfall in Taxco de Alarcón, Mexico.
Cascada de Cacalotenango is a waterfall dropping roughly 80 meters from a rocky ledge in the Guerrero mountains. The water falls into a natural pool below, surrounded by dense forest that covers the steep hillside.
The waterfall formed through the Plan de Campos stream, which originates at El Cedro mountain and has carved the landscape over centuries. This constant flow has shaped both the rock formations and the valley where the nearby community settled.
The nearby community has long depended on the waterfall's water for farming and daily needs, making it a vital part of local life.
To reach the waterfall from Taxco de Alarcón, take the state road heading toward Ixcateopan de Cuauhtémoc and look for local access points or hiking trails. The visit is easier during drier months when paths are less slippery.
The waterfall roars powerfully and loudly from the heights, especially after rain, creating a fine mist that fills the entire area around it. This raw and forceful experience makes each visit memorable and immediate.
Location: Taxco de Alarcón
GPS coordinates: 18.55981,-99.66344
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:07
Guerrero brings together Pacific coastline, colonial towns, and archaeological sites from pre-Hispanic civilizations. The landscape ranges from sandy beaches and offshore islands to cave systems and waterfalls in the mountainous interior of the Sierra Madre del Sur. Taxco displays baroque churches...
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