Cânion do Espraiado
A spectacular canyon on the high Campo dos Padres plateau, with cliffs dropping hundreds of metres. Access requires a local guide along private ranch trails.
Cânion do Espraiado lies on the Campo dos Padres plateau north of Urubici, one of the highest mountainous areas in Santa Catarina state. The canyon rim sits at about 1,600 m, with cliffs falling hundreds of metres, and offers views of the coastal mountains and seas of cloud. The canyon is on private ranch land and can only be entered with a local guide. Contact an outdoor guide company in Urubici in advance. Trips usually combine off-road driving with hiking, lasting up to about 9 hours, and require at least moderate fitness. There are no railings along the cliff edge, which is especially dangerous on windy days. Bring a windproof jacket, water and lunch.
Opening hours
Guide reservation required
Nearby sights
- Cascata Véu de Noiva (Urubici)
- Serra do Corvo Branco
- Urubici Rock Inscriptions
- Cascata do Avencal
- Morro da Igreja & Pedra Furada
- Morro do Campestre
- Serra do Rio do Rastro
- São Joaquim Wineries & Orchards