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Piedra Colorada (waterfall and cove)

Waterfall · Nicoya Peninsula

A small stream drops out of the forest onto a pebble cove just north of Montezuma, with colorful rocks in the stream bed and a cool swimming hole. A quieter alternative to the main Montezuma falls.

Cost
Free
Time there
1.5 h
Best time
morning
Kids
4 / 10
View
6 / 10
Crowds
3 / 10
Swimming
6 / 10
Effort
3 / 10
Location
9.66147, -85.05902 — Google Maps
Ratings
4.7 on Google (237)

Tip

It is a short coast walk north of town - go in the morning, carry water and take a towel; it pairs well with the reserve trail towards Playa Grande.

Be careful

Slippery rocks around the pool, and the stream can rise quickly after heavy rain - skip it when it has been pouring.

Places nearby

  • Ylang Ylang Beach ResortStays · from $224Beachfront jungle resort a short walk from Montezuma village.
  • Soda La NaranjaSodas & Local FoodFamily-owned soda in Montezuma serving authentic Costa Rican plates: orange chicken, ceviche, fish tacos and mango smoothies in generous portions at reasonable prices.
  • Soda El ArtesanoSodas & Local FoodSimple local soda in the centre of Montezuma, right next door to Soda La Naranja, serving typical plates and fish at some of the lowest prices in town.
  • Ice Dream Gelato & Coffee ShopFood & CoffeeLittle café in the middle of Montezuma for coffee, breakfast and gelato - the easy cool-down stop between the beach and the falls.
  • Restaurante Montezuma Latino Beach FoodFood & CoffeeA casual beachfront spot in the center of Montezuma for fish and shrimp tacos, patacones with guacamole and whole fried snapper, with mojitos, coco locos and passion fruit margaritas and an ocean view.
  • Sano Banano Restaurant & BarFood & CoffeeLong-running vegetarian-friendly restaurant a few steps from Montezuma beach, with a leafy patio, vegan and gluten-free plates and a mixed menu (mushroom pasta, tofu curry, seafood).

Sources: OpenStreetMap node/10740138427 · https://wanderlog.com/list/geoCategory/1593799/top-things-to-do-and-attractions-in-montezuma