Cascadas Roberto Barrios
Cascadas de Roberto Barrios
Roberto Barrios Cascadas are a series of stunning fresh water pools and six connected waterfalls located near Palenque, Mexico, offering an epic outdoor adventure with opportunities for swimming, sliding down cascades, and exploring small caverns.

πŸ’§ A series of stunning fresh water pools and six connected waterfalls near Palenque, Mexico.
πŸ—ΊοΈ Considered by many to be the best waterfalls in all of Mexico, offering epic outdoor adventure.

Why Go

🌊 Experience beautiful aqua-blue fresh water pools and six connected waterfalls
πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ Enjoy swimming, sliding down smaller cascades, and exploring small caverns and caves
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ A family favorite destination, even compared to Agua Azul and Misol-Ha

πŸŠβ€β™€οΈSwimming

πŸ’¦ Dive into the refreshing aqua-blue pools
πŸ› Slide down some of the smaller cascades for an exhilarating experience
πŸ”¦ Explore small caverns and caves, often with local guides

Getting There

πŸš— Self-Drive: Head south from Palenque on Highway 199 for ~9km, then left onto Highway 307 for ~7.5km, then turn off to Roberto Barrios town (~13km).
🚌 Collective/Colectivo: Pick up on Cuarta (4th) Pte Nte in Palenque (between 5a Avenida and Sexta Avenida). Operates 7:00 am - 4:30 pm. Cost is 50 pesos per person, ~45 min drive.
πŸ—ΊοΈ Tours: Day trips available from most Palenque tour operators (300-500 pesos/person), often including pick-up, drop-off, and park entrance.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

πŸ…ΏοΈ Available on a grassed area in front of the church in Roberto Barrios village.

Cost

🎟️ Entrance fee required; included in tour prices. Specific cost for self-drive/collective not detailed, but a ticket office is present.

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waterfallsoutdooradventurefamily-friendlyswimmingnatureMexicoPalenque