waterfall · Conceição do Castelo, ES
Cachoeira da Fumaça
A waterfall on Fazenda Viçosa (farm), near town, open to visitors. The name comes from the mist of droplets that forms when the water crashes against the rocks.
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About Cachoeira da Fumaça
Cachoeira da Fumaça (waterfall) is the best-known waterfall in Conceição do Castelo, in the Espírito Santo mountains. It is on Fazenda Viçosa, a private farm near town, open to visitors.
The name comes from the droplets the force of the water throws into the air as it hits the rocks. From a distance, this mist looks like smoke.
The water first drops in a big fall, framed by a rock wall, and then continues among rocks as rapids until it forms a calm pool. Forest and pasture surround it, in a very rural setting.
The outing is short and suits anyone in town who wants to see a waterfall without a long trail. To get close to the fall you have to cross rocks, which get slippery: wear sturdy shoes and keep a close eye on children.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
Set aside one to two hours to see the fall, take photos and relax by the river.
Best time
After rainy spells, in summer, the fall carries more water and the mist that gives the waterfall its name shows up more; go in the morning or at midday, with good light and settled weather.
How to get there
It is a few kilometers from the town of Conceição do Castelo, on the road toward the Bicame hydroelectric plant. From downtown, the drive is short; look for the waterfall signs along the way.
Tip
The rocks near the fall are smooth and wet from the mist: wear sneakers or sandals with good grip, and stay away from the base on days with a lot of water. Take your trash back with you.
A look at the place
Cachoeira da Fumaça in pictures
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cachoeira da Fumaça
Is there an entrance fee for Cachoeira da Fumaça?
The waterfall is on private property, Fazenda Viçosa, open to visitors. Check visiting conditions with the Conceição do Castelo town hall before you go.
Where is Cachoeira da Fumaça in Conceição do Castelo?
On Fazenda Viçosa, near town, on the road toward the Bicame hydroelectric plant. Do not confuse it with the Cachoeira da Fumaça in the state park in Alegre, in southern Espírito Santo.
Why is it called Cachoeira da Fumaça?
Because the force of the water hitting the rocks throws droplets into the air that look like smoke (fumaça).
Do I need to hike to get there?
There is no long trail: access from town is short. To get close to the fall you have to cross slippery rocks, so wear sturdy shoes.
How long does the visit take?
One to two hours is usually enough to see the fall, take photos and relax by the river.