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Comarca de la Costa Granadina

Petrified Trees Waterfall

Comarca de la Costa Granadina

Petrified Trees Waterfall

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Petrified Trees Waterfall

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Parque Natural Sierra de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama

Location: Otívar, Comarca de la Costa Granadina, Granada, Andalusia, Spain

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October 20, 2022

Hiking

Spectacular geological formation. The erosion caused by the passage of water has left large grooves in the limestone rock.

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July 26, 2025

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The sinter crusts of the lime-rich water make the tree trunks trapped in the waterfall appear petrified. Hence the common name "Cascada de los Arboles Petrificados" (Petrified Trees Cascade). However, these are not petrified trees, but mineral deposits in flowing water that cover both rocks and plants (sinter).

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July 18, 2026

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Beautiful waterfall with a shallow pool were you can cool off, the river water is clear and refreshing. There is a small canyon behind the waterfall, not too impressive but your kids might find it adventurous.

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Elevation 860 m

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Location: Otívar, Comarca de la Costa Granadina, Granada, Andalusia, Spain

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