Cascade aux Écrevisses
A small rainforest waterfall beside the road, reached in about 10 minutes on foot. It is the most accessible waterfall in the national park.
Cascade aux Écrevisses lies beside the Route de la Traversée (D23), which crosses Basse-Terre. From the car park, a level path takes about 10 minutes to reach the falls. The waterfall is about 10 m high, and the pool beneath it is refreshing for a swim, though the water is cool. Dense tropical rainforest surrounds the site, and the rocks are slippery, so wear non-slip shoes. Admission is free, but the site is busy, so visiting in the morning is quieter. Nearby are the Maison de la Forêt trail and the Corossol picnic area.
Opening hours
Open all day (daytime)
Nearby sights
- Route de la Traversée & Maison de la Forêt
- Saut de la Lézarde
- Zoo de Guadeloupe (Parc des Mamelles)
- Plage de Malendure
- Maison du Cacao
- Bouillante Hot Springs (Source de Thomas)
- Réserve Cousteau, Îlets Pigeon
- Habitation La Grivelière