La Cascada

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The La Cascada Trail starts in shade coffee plantation and is usually excellent habitat for migratory species.

A moderate climb passes through Dry Forest and then Montane Forest.

Ecosystem(s):

Montane Forest, Dry Forest

Species of Interest:

  1. Blue & White Mockingbird
  2. Bushy Crested Jay
  3. Black Thrush
  4. Prevost’s Ground Sparrow
  5. Black-headed Siskin
  6. Lesser Roadrunner
  7. White-winged Tanager
  8. Brown-backed Solitaire

Trail Profile:

  • Duration: 2 – 4 hours
  • Total Distance: 2.2miles
  • Elevation Change: ~2,200ft
  • Difficulty rating: Moderate – Strenuous

How to arrive/Meeting place:

Public pier of San Juan La Laguna.