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Río Patamalara — Barranco Moreno (River Trail)
Duration4-5h (≈9-10 km round trip)
DifficultyMedium-High
PriceFree
Best seasonJun-Sep (summer only)
KidsNo (>14, supervised)
About
- River walk inside Río Patamalara to Cascada del Barranco Moreno
- Waterfall ~20 m drop, marmitas and small pools
- Cool route — the Axarquía's alternative to Río Chillar
Good to know
- Best considered in warm, stable and dry conditions; never enter after rain or when storms/high flow are possible
- River and gorge conditions can change quickly — turn back if water levels or weather are uncertain
- Wear grippy footwear and protect electronics in a dry bag
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