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Hiking trail

Forest trail to the waterfall

A short, easy and marked forest trail leads to two waterfalls with a steady descent.

Length
0.9 km
time
15–25 min
Difficulty
Easy
Overview

An easy hiking trail, 0.9 km long, leads through the forest past two waterfalls. The trail is marked and takes about 20 minutes without stops.

The trail is 0.9 km long and goes in one direction. It starts at 180 m a.s.l. and descends to 50 m a.s.l. The total descent is 121 m, with no ascent. The estimated duration without stops is 20 minutes.

The surface is 100% dirt/forest, and the trail is marked with red-and-white blazes. At 0.4 km from the start there is a waterfall at 110 m a.s.l. The second waterfall is at 0.9 km, at 62 m a.s.l., near the lowest point of the trail.

The difficulty is easy, according to SAC scale T1. The trail is suitable for most hikers, including families. Due to the descent and the surroundings of the waterfalls, footwear with good grip is required.

Near the trail are Besac Fortress, Lesendro Fortress, Grmožur Fortress and Lučice Beach.

Easy

What this difficulty means

Well-made paths with gentle gradients. Fine for families and anyone used to walking a few hours.

Mountain hiking grade SAC T1 (scale T1–T6).

Route map

Map and elevation profile

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Elevation profile

↑ 0 m · ↓ 121 m · highest point 180 m

On the trail

What you will see

Waterfall at 110 m a.s.l.

Located 0.4 km from the start of the trail.

Waterfall at 62 m a.s.l.

Located 0.9 km from the start, near the end of the trail.

Forest and dirt surface

The trail runs through the forest along a dirt surface for its entire length.

Before you go

Plan the day

Wear footwear with good grip due to the dirt and forest surface.

Bring enough water, even though the trail is short.

Follow the red-and-white markings.

Check the weather forecast; after rain the trail can be wet.

If you return by the same route, account for an ascent of 121 m.

Safety

The trail is easy, but near the waterfalls it can be slippery. Follow the markings and in case of bad weather turn back. The emergency number is 112.

Emergency number in Montenegro: 112.

Good to know

  • Best season

    Due to its low elevation, the trail is accessible during most of the year. The most pleasant period is spring and autumn; in summer, set out earlier.

  • Getting there

    The nearest reference point to the start of the trail is Besac Fortress, approximately 5.2 km away.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The trail length is 0.9 km one way.

The estimated duration without stops is 20 minutes.

The trail is easy, according to SAC scale T1.

Yes, it is marked with red-and-white blazes.

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Map and data sources

Times and grades are estimates. Conditions change: check the weather and local information before you set out.

  • Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License (ODbL). View on OpenStreetMap · Download all routes (GeoJSON, ODbL)
  • Elevation produced using Copernicus WorldDEM-30 © DLR e.V. 2010-2014 and © Airbus Defence and Space GmbH 2014-2018 provided under COPERNICUS by the European Union and ESA; all rights reserved.
  • Map: OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles, data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Terrain: Copernicus DEM GLO-30/GLO-90 — produced using Copernicus WorldDEM-30 and WorldDEM-90 © DLR e.V. 2010-2014 and © Airbus Defence and Space GmbH 2014-2018 provided under COPERNICUS by the European Union and ESA; all rights reserved.

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