Cola de Caballo
Cascada Cola de Caballo
A waterfall about 25 meters high in the Santiago valley, shaped like a horse's tail. It is the best-known waterfall in Nuevo León.
Cascada Cola de Caballo (Horsetail Falls) lies in Santiago town, about 40 km south of Monterrey. The water spreads as it drops about 25 meters down the rock face, resembling a horse's tail, and dense forest surrounds the falls. From the parking area, a trail of about 1 km leads up to the viewing platform. Visitors can walk, or take a horse-drawn carriage or electric cart. Nearby outdoor activities include rock climbing, rappelling, and rafting in Matacanes Canyon. Tickets must be bought at the entrance, and opening hours follow official notices. It is crowded on weekends and holidays.
Opening hours
Daily approx. 09:00–18:00 (check official sources)
Nearby sights
- Santiago
- Presa La Boca
- Cerro de la Silla
- Chipinque Ecological Park
- Estadio BBVA
- MARCO
- Horno3 Steel Museum
- Barrio Antiguo