Catarata de Santa Juana, Platanillo

Tip

Little is published about this spot: check access locally and go in the morning, when it is usually drier.

Be careful

Rocks near falls are slippery and rivers can rise fast after rain upstream; don't swim under the fall or in heavy rain.

Places nearby

• Nauyaca Waterfalls (Cataratas Nauyaca, Don Lulo family)Parks & Wildlife · from $10Private entrance to the multi-tiered Nauyaca waterfalls above Dominical, run by the family of Don Lulo.
• Parque ReptilandiaParks & WildlifeSmall reptile park near Dominical with crocodiles, caimans, snakes and frogs in spacious glass enclosures; no booking needed, and reviewers praise the owner for his hands-on explanations.
• Phat NoodleFood & CoffeeA long-time Dominical favorite for Asian-inspired food in a quirky outdoor space where the kitchen sits inside an old school bus: pad thai, curry bowls, sesame tuna steak and lettuce wraps.
• Cafe Mono CongoFood & CoffeeRiverside cafe at Pueblo del Río in Dominical with strong coffee, an in-house bakery, breakfast quesadillas, paninis and smoothies, plenty of vegan and gluten-free options and a back deck facing the river.
• La Junta DominicalFood & CoffeeLaid-back bar and kitchen across from the soccer field in Dominical: organic and locally sourced food with tuna ceviche, birria tacos and burgers, craft beer, cocktails, live music and a few boutique cabinas.
• Restaurante Su RazaFood & CoffeeFamily-run restaurant in the center of Dominical known for traditional Costa Rican food at reasonable prices: chicken casado and arroz con pollo are the usual orders.