Riserva naturale guidata Zompo lo Schioppo

The Zompo lo Schioppo reserve spans 1,025 hectares on the eastern slopes of the Ernici mountains, featuring an 80-meter waterfall and extensive beech forests.

In the mid-19th century, writer Alexandre Dumas mentioned the reserve's waterfall in his work 'La Marsica e il Fucino', noting the sound impact on windy days.

The name originates from local dialect meaning 'jump', referencing the thunderous sound produced when water crashes against the rocks below the falls.

The reserve includes a camping area with facilities for tents and RVs, serving as a starting point for numerous hiking trails of varying difficulty levels.

The central waterfall represents the tallest natural cascade in the Central Apennines, with water flow varying based on annual precipitation patterns.

Location: Morino

Website: http://schioppo.aq.it

GPS coordinates: 41.84181,13.39922

Latest update: March 10, 2025 05:58