Waterfall and park · Conceição do Mato Dentro, MG
Cachoeira do Tabuleiro
A 273-meter drop in the Parque Natural Municipal do Tabuleiro, in the district of the same name. The rocky cliff, the pool and the rupestrian fields make up a visit that requires choosing the route and checking the park's conditions.
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About Cachoeira do Tabuleiro
The Cachoeira do Tabuleiro descends along a rock face in the Serra do Espinhaço, in the district of Tabuleiro, in Conceição do Mato Dentro. With 273 meters of free fall, it is the tallest waterfall in Minas Gerais. The landscape includes rupestrian fields, stretches of forest and large boulders around the pool. The visit is organized by the Parque Natural Municipal do Tabuleiro, which offers accesses with different requirements: viewing the fall from a distance is not the same as hiking the trail to the pool or to the upper part. Choose the route according to the group's fitness and arrange for local guidance for the longer hikes. Weather and water conditions determine which routes can be done. On arrival, check at the park entrance about the authorized accesses and the suggested return time. Bring water, sun protection and footwear suitable for uneven terrain.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Allow half a day or a full day, depending on the route chosen.
Best time
Stable weather and good visibility, as assessed by the park. Confirm operations before you go.
How to get there
Follow from Conceição do Mato Dentro to the district of Tabuleiro, about 19–20 km from the town center, and continue to the entrance of the Parque Natural Municipal do Tabuleiro.
Tip
Choose between viewing, the pool and the upper part before leaving. Check at the park entrance which access is authorized for the day and plan your return with plenty of time.
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Frequently asked questions about Cachoeira do Tabuleiro
How tall is the waterfall?
The free fall is 273 meters.
Are all access routes the same?
No. Viewing, the walk to the pool and the route to the upper part have different requirements. Check with the park entrance before choosing.
Do I need to prepare for the visit?
Yes. Choose the route according to the group's fitness and confirm weather, water and access conditions with the park.