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Natural pool · La Descubierta, Independencia
Balneario Las Barías
A bathing spot of fresh, cold springs that emerge at the foot of the mountain in La Descubierta, with pools in the shade of large trees, near Lake Enriquillo.
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About Balneario Las Barías
The Balneario Las Barías is at the entrance of La Descubierta, in an area protected as a natural monument. Fresh water springs emerge there that flow from the Sierra de Neiba underground and surface in wells and channels of cold, clear water, in one of the hottest places in the country.
The springs have been arranged into stone pools, under large trees, where local families spend the day. The contrast with the dry, salty heat of Lake Enriquillo, a few kilometers away, makes bathing here an almost mandatory stop after visiting the park.
There are food and drink stalls around, and on weekends the place fills up and becomes lively. During the week it is quiet.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
One to two hours.
Best time
After visiting Lake Enriquillo, at midday when the heat builds. There are fewer people during the week.
How to get there
It is at the entrance of La Descubierta, next to the road on the north shore of Lake Enriquillo, a few minutes from the park.
Tip
Bring swimwear and a towel. The water is cold; enter slowly.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Balneario Las Barías
Is the water at Las Barías fresh?
Yes, it comes from underground springs in the Sierra de Neiba and is cold and clear.
Is Las Barías near Lake Enriquillo?
Yes, a few kilometers away, at the entrance of La Descubierta.
Is there infrastructure at Las Barías?
Food and drink stalls around the pools.