Fortaleza Canyon
Cânion Fortaleza
A giant canyon about 7.5 km long inside Serra Geral National Park. Clifftop lookouts reach out over the coastal plain toward the Atlantic.
Fortaleza Canyon, in Serra Geral National Park, is about 7.5 km long and 900 m deep. It is the longest canyon in the southern canyon region. From the parking lot, a trail along the cliff edge takes about 20 to 30 minutes to reach the main viewpoint. On clear days you can see the coastal plain beyond the canyon mouth, even the Atlantic. Early in the morning, clouds often roll into the canyon. The nearby Secret Stone (Pedra Secreta) and Tiger Falls short trails can be visited together. The town center is about 23 km away by dirt road, which turns slippery after rain. There are few railings along the cliff edges, so take care.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–17:00 (check park announcements)
Nearby sights
- Tigre Preto Waterfall
- Pedra do Segredo
- Malacara Canyon
- Índios Coroados Canyon
- Itaimbezinho Canyon
- Rio do Boi Trail
- Cachoeira dos Venâncios
- Monte Negro Canyon