Valley of the Černá Desná Natural Monument
Vodopády na Černé Desné
A natural monument since 2013, this popular hiking destination in the Jizera Mountains features the wild valley of the Černá Desná river, known for its scenic rapids, cascades, and named waterfalls like Hrncový and Plotnový, and unique geological formations including giant rock pots.

📜 Wild valley in the Jizera Mountains, natural monument since 2013.
🔍 Features Černá Desná river with scenic rapids, cascades, and waterfalls.

Why Go

🚶‍♀️ Explore a popular hiking destination with well-marked trails.
🌊 Witness unique geological formations like giant rock pots and kettles carved into granite.
📸 Capture the beauty of named waterfalls: Hrncový, Bukový, Dlouhý, and Plotnový.
🌲 Enjoy the serene natural environment of the Jizera Mountains.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Trail can be wild with rapids and waterfalls, potentially challenging for very young children or those with mobility issues.

Cost

💰 Admission: Free.

Getting There

📍 Best accessed from the town of Desná, following the red tourist trail.
🗺️ The largest waterfall is approximately 3.5 km along this path.
⬆️ From the waterfalls, the trail ascends through the forest to the Souš settlement and reservoir.

Hiking

⏱️ Time required: Approximately 2.5 hours.

Managed By

🏢 Operated by Informační a kulturní středisko Desná.