Cavagrande del Cassibile
Cavagrande del Cassibile
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Cavagrande del Cassibile is a canyon with gorgeous waterfalls, swimming holes and awe-inspiring limestone formations. Make your way down to the pool with a waterfall for a refreshing dip. Pack plenty of water and sunscreen, and wear appropriate footwear and protective clothing—it gets pretty hot in summer, and there is little in the way of shade. In recent years, the hiking trail here has been officially closed to the public due to dangerous conditions. However, attendants at the information counter are happy to offer a map and advice if you are determined to push on regardless. If you decide to hike, you’ll be rewarded with a challenging but peaceful trek with stunning views. – Tripadvisor
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  • Isabelle
    Ghent, Belgium11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth it!
    We parked in Laghetti di Cavagrande - Parcheggio Carrubella. This is a stony road going past a farm and uphill until you arrive at a big spot for parking. We chose path A and were downhill pretty fast. This is the sunny side of the hill. We just chose a random spot for bathing and were alone.
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 27 March 2023
  • Raf De Paepe
    Haaltert, Belgium302 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful place to swim
    Quite a ‘trip’ to get to the pools below, but worth it! It starts with +-1km of very bumpy road to the ‘info-center’. Bring your own food and drinks, nothing for sale here. They can help you out with tapping water if needed. After a short info (telling you to only walk the ‘green’ trail and that everything that could happen is on your own responsibility), we went down; not an easy walk, but if you exercise and have appropriate shoes, should not be an issue. Swimming in the pools is SUPER. The way back up is harder of course; but with enough water and resting from time to time in the shade, we made it fairly well. But certainly take enough water!!
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 1 August 2023
  • Michael I
    9 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A lovely hike… but!
    A wonderful experience, the most beautiful part of the trail is closed off but we ‘stumbelled’ over the barrier… we met some very nice people and had amazing views of the gorge. Unfortunately on our return to the ‘car park’ we found our car, and several others, had been broken into. We were lucky the there was nothing to take but some of our neighbours lost cash, bags and passports. We subsequently found out that this is a common enough event at this venue. What’s more annoying is that there are staff onsite but no ‘official’ car park.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 15 November 2023
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Michael I
Oranmore9 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Family
A wonderful experience, the most beautiful part of the trail is closed off but we ‘stumbelled’ over the barrier… we met some very nice people and had amazing views of the gorge. Unfortunately on our return to the ‘car park’ we found our car, and several others, had been broken into. We were lucky the there was nothing to take but some of our neighbours lost cash, bags and passports. We subsequently found out that this is a common enough event at this venue. What’s more annoying is that there are staff onsite but no ‘official’ car park.
Written 15 November 2023
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Raf De Paepe
Haaltert, Belgium302 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Couples
Quite a ‘trip’ to get to the pools below, but worth it! It starts with +-1km of very bumpy road to the ‘info-center’. Bring your own food and drinks, nothing for sale here. They can help you out with tapping water if needed. After a short info (telling you to only walk the ‘green’ trail and that everything that could happen is on your own responsibility), we went down; not an easy walk, but if you exercise and have appropriate shoes, should not be an issue. Swimming in the pools is SUPER. The way back up is harder of course; but with enough water and resting from time to time in the shade, we made it fairly well. But certainly take enough water!!
Written 1 August 2023
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MaryGrace240982
Island of Malta, Malta5 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023
We went there last week in a heat wave in the morning with a six year old boy. The place is very beautiful however I found the walk down and up very difficult particularly due to the heat wave. My 6 year old son climbed down and up like a little champ, but it for me it was almost a trauma and honestly thought I was going to die down there.

To anyone who is thinking of going there - do not go in heat wave. Try to go in the afternoon in order to get some shade. Do not think of going with flip-flops as the the rocks are slippery. Take lots of water and maybe some crisps and fruit.

If something happens or in case of an accident there is no medical help or emergency assistance, so think twice before you decide to go.
Written 24 July 2023
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malufa369
Copenhagen, Denmark64 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Couples
This is a beautiful place not appropriate for people with mobility problems since one has to climb over the fence set up by the Municipality due to public work in progress and according to the locals it takes 45 minutes to climb down. I'd normally give this sight 4 or 5 stars if I wouldn't have to break the law to get access to it
Written 29 June 2023
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Cosmin F
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Couples
After taking one of the broken roads I’ve ever been driving on, at the end somebody at the parking came to us, saying that dogs are not allowed on the hike, although no animals or anything like it was there. (Only rocks and water)…very disappointing.
Written 1 June 2023
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Isabelle
Ghent, Belgium11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Friends
We parked in Laghetti di Cavagrande - Parcheggio Carrubella. This is a stony road going past a farm and uphill until you arrive at a big spot for parking. We chose path A and were downhill pretty fast. This is the sunny side of the hill. We just chose a random spot for bathing and were alone.
Written 27 March 2023
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Karen C
Stowe, VT52 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
Well-maintained and well-marked trail. Beautiful views. Crystal clear water. Easy to find. In December we were the only hikers.
Written 20 December 2022
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Podglenuig
Glenuig37 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022 • Solo
Very hot even in September when temperatures were still in the mid 30s.
The main path is closed with an iron gate due to the dangerous condition of the path, however the car park attendant allows you to climb over the gate, presumably as a test.
The path is hard with lots of loose stones which makes for slow going
I was first down so enjoyed the pools to myself for about 30 min. then others began to appear, slowly at first then more and more so I stared the upward climb.
More and more people, some wearing flip flops and even small children!
The climb out was hot, hot, hot!
The experience was spoiled mainly by the amount of rubbish, tissues, wet wipes, etc. dropped which seems to be a major problem in Sicily.
A bit further down the rad there is a second access to different pools which is open so we did this the next day. Much more enjoyable as not only is the path better but the access is shaded but trees and there are far fewer people and consequently almost no rubbish!
You also get to meander along above the river through a shaded path before returning by Path B which is not so shaded as Path A so if the heat bothers you you could return that way.
Altogether a much more peaceful and enjoyable experience.
However being an elderly Scotsman with Presbyterian masochistic tendencies I would prolly do both again!
This was much more enjoyable as not only
Written 12 September 2022
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Daniela
1 contribution
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022 • Family
The big lakes on the photo are closed, because the fire in 2014 and the dangerous of falling rocks. The shorter trail with one small lake is only open.
Written 12 June 2022
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Katherine B
Wallington, UK109 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022
It was a hot day and we started quite early. The route is officially closed but if you are happy to accept responsibility for yourself there is nothing to stop you for hiking down to the pools. You have to be reasonably fit and able to climb over the gate on to the trail. The trail is rocky and uneven so you definitely need good shoes. The views are great and the path is lined with pretty flowers and lizards skitter every where. There is little shade and the path is quite narrow in places. It took us about 45 minutes to get to the bottom of the gorge and the pools are stunning and the water crystal clear. There were only 2 other people when we arrived. The water is cool and refreshing and full of fish and tadpoles. The rocks can be a bit slippery so take care but it's definitely worth taking swimming gear. We were told it would take an hour or more to climb back up but I did it in slightly less. We met more people coming down and the path is narrow in places so you have to stop to let people pass - everyone was friendly. It was a hot sweaty climb up to the top and over the gate but the cafeteria was well stocked with cold drinks. It's a rewarding hike with great views and the swim is very much recommended.
Written 29 May 2022
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