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Grenada🇬🇩 | hikesConcord FallsThree-fall river trail, spice farm plots, swimmable plunge pool, guide-led upper falls | things to do and best time to go

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Backpacking in Concord Falls
👌 Worth visitinghike ranked #3
By Johan Kruseman 🇳🇱 | Updated October 20, 2026

Concord Falls is best known for its first cascade, which you reach from the car park in a few minutes, with a plunge pool deep enough to swim in. It sits in the west of Grenada, up a valley road inland from the fishing town of Gouyave. Beyond it, a rooted jungle path leads to two more falls. The scenery is lush and the walk is short, but the path turns slippery after rain. Minibuses run from St. George’s to Gouyave, and from there a bus or taxi climbs to the trailhead, so allow a full morning for transfers. Settle any guide fee before you set off, carry small bills, and wear shoes with grip rather than flip-flops. Go early, before tour vans arrive. Unlike Annandale Falls, a quick roadside stop near the capital, Concord rewards you with several waterfalls and real trail time.

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Best time to go: January - May
Duration: 3 hours
Distance: 5 kilometers
Total ascent: 250 meters


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✨ Why go?
Ranked #3 hike in GrenadaReasons people choose to hike the here

Concord Falls gives backpackers a rare thing on a small island: three separate waterfalls on one river, each deeper into the forest than the last. The first is a few minutes from the road, so anyone can swim. The second adds a proper walk. The third, Fontainebleau Falls, asks for a guide and a full half day, which makes the distance flexible depending on your legs and the weather.

It also fits a west coast loop easily. The valley sits just above Gouyave, home of the Friday night fish fry, so you can hike by day and eat by the sea at night without paying for a rental car. The forest you walk through is working farmland, with nutmeg, cocoa and banana growing beside the path. That gives the trail a lived-in feel that the busier Grand Etang area lacks.

💡 HighlightsPlaces and moments you shouldn't skip

  1. Concord Falls (the first cascade): The one everyone comes for, a short walk from the parking area. Water drops into a rock-lined pool where you can swim, and the spray keeps the surrounding ferns dripping. A small entry fee is usually collected at the site.
  2. Au Coin Falls: The second waterfall lies upstream along a muddy, root-tangled trail with a few stream crossings. It is quieter than the first, and the pool beneath it is a good spot to cool off after the climb.
  3. Fontainebleau Falls: The third and most remote of the group. Reaching it takes a longer, steeper hike, and local guides who know the river line are the sensible choice. You will likely have it to yourself.
  4. Spice and cocoa farmland along the trail: Nutmeg, cocoa pods and bananas grow beside the path, so you pass working plots as well
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  1. Concord Falls (the first cascade): The one everyone comes for, a short walk from the parking area. Water drops into a rock-lined pool where you can swim, and the spray keeps the surrounding ferns dripping. A small entry fee is usually collected at the site.
  2. Au Coin Falls: The second waterfall lies upstream along a muddy, root-tangled trail with a few stream crossings. It is quieter than the first, and the pool beneath it is a good spot to cool off after the climb.
  3. Fontainebleau Falls: The third and most remote of the group. Reaching it takes a longer, steeper hike, and local guides who know the river line are the sensible choice. You will likely have it to yourself.
  4. Spice and cocoa farmland along the trail: Nutmeg, cocoa pods and bananas grow beside the path, so you pass working plots as well as wild forest. Guides will point out which tree is which and let you smell the crushed leaves.
  5. The Concord River pools: Between the main falls, the river forms smaller rock basins that suit a quick dip. They are shallower and calmer than the big plunge pool, and good for resting tired feet.
Concord Falls takes about three hours if you visit all three waterfalls, or an hour if you stop at the first.
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🌤️ When to go?Seasonal considerations and timing

  • Dry Season (January to May): Concord Falls is easiest from January to May, when rain is light and the trail to the upper falls stays firm. Days run 28 to 31°C (82 to 88°F), with cooler nights near 23°C (73°F). The water is clear and the pools are good for a dip.
  • Wet Season (June to November): Expect showers most afternoons, 27 to 31°C (81 to 88°F), and thicker humidity. The falls roar and the red-brown water turns muddy after storms. The rocks and the river crossings to the upper falls get slick. Peak hurricane risk runs August to October.
  • Crowds: Cruise ship days and December to April bring tour vans by late morning. Weekdays before 10 a.m. are quietest.
  • Daylight: Roughly 11 to 13 hours across the year, so start early and finish well before dusk.
  • Prices: Guest houses on the west coast cost more
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  • Dry Season (January to May): Concord Falls is easiest from January to May, when rain is light and the trail to the upper falls stays firm. Days run 28 to 31°C (82 to 88°F), with cooler nights near 23°C (73°F). The water is clear and the pools are good for a dip.
  • Wet Season (June to November): Expect showers most afternoons, 27 to 31°C (81 to 88°F), and thicker humidity. The falls roar and the red-brown water turns muddy after storms. The rocks and the river crossings to the upper falls get slick. Peak hurricane risk runs August to October.
  • Crowds: Cruise ship days and December to April bring tour vans by late morning. Weekdays before 10 a.m. are quietest.
  • Daylight: Roughly 11 to 13 hours across the year, so start early and finish well before dusk.
  • Prices: Guest houses on the west coast cost more from December to April and drop 15 to 30 percent in the wet months.
Arrive on a weekday morning, and skip the day after heavy rain.


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🥾 Hike detailsA practical overview of the hike

Total Distance: Concord Falls is about 5 kilometers round trip if you continue to the third waterfall. The first cascade alone is a few hundred meters from the car park.
Estimated Duration: Around 3 hours for the full route including swim stops, or 45 minutes to 1 hour for the first falls only.
Difficulty: Easy to the first falls, moderate beyond. Mud, wet roots and stream crossings make the upper sections slippery.
Starting Point: The falls trailhead above Concord village, in the west of Grenada.
  • Public Transport: Take a minibus from St. George’s to Gouyave, then a local bus or taxi up the valley
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Total Distance: Concord Falls is about 5 kilometers round trip if you continue to the third waterfall. The first cascade alone is a few hundred meters from the car park.
Estimated Duration: Around 3 hours for the full route including swim stops, or 45 minutes to 1 hour for the first falls only.
Difficulty: Easy to the first falls, moderate beyond. Mud, wet roots and stream crossings make the upper sections slippery.
Starting Point: The falls trailhead above Concord village, in the west of Grenada.
  • Public Transport: Take a minibus from St. George’s to Gouyave, then a local bus or taxi up the valley road to the trailhead.
  • Return: Buses become infrequent in the afternoon, so ask your driver to return for you or plan to leave early.
Major Landmarks:
  • Concord Falls: The first cascade and its plunge pool, close to the parking area.
  • Au Coin Falls: The second waterfall, a further walk upriver.
  • Fontainebleau Falls: The remote third waterfall, best reached with a guide.
Terrain and Scenery: The path follows the river valley over packed earth, rocks and tree roots, with several shallow crossings. Rock pools and small cascades appear between the main falls.
Vegetation: Rainforest with ferns, bamboo and tall trees, mixed with cultivated nutmeg, cocoa and banana plants.
Wildlife: Expect birdsong, hummingbirds, lizards and frogs. Mona monkeys live on the island, though sightings here are not guaranteed.
Practical Notes: Bring water shoes or grippy sandals, a towel, a dry bag and small bills for fees. The trail is best avoided after heavy rain, when the river runs high.
⚠️ Hiking info can sometimes be outdated or inaccurate. Before you hit the trail, check the latest conditions with locals. If you do spot anything that's off, I'd love to hear from you, so I can update it for fellow travelers.

🛡️ SafetyTraveler Safety Guide

Concord Falls is a short, well-trodden visit, and the main hazard is slippery rock. The first fall sits beside the road, and a short path leads to it. Reaching the second fall means a steeper walk of about 20 to 30 minutes, and the third is farther up with a few stream crossings. Wear shoes with real grip, since wet stone and mud catch people out more than anything else. After heavy rain the river can rise quickly and turn brown, so skip the upper falls and never cross when the current is pushing hard. Jumping or diving into the pools is risky because depths change and rocks sit just under the surface, so wade in first. Mosquitoes are active near the water, so bring repellent. Carry water, small cash for the entry fee, and a dry bag for your phone. Keep valuables out of parked cars. No dangerous wildlife lives on the trail.
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FAQTraveler FAQ

Concord Falls takes about 1.5 to 3 hours in total if you visit all three falls. The first fall is a 5 minute walk from the parking area, the second is another 20 to 30 minutes uphill, and the third takes longer through the forest and across streams. Many travelers stop at the first or second fall and spend under an hour.
Concord Falls is easy at the first fall and moderate at the second and third. The path is short and unpaved, with steep, muddy stretches and a few stream crossings on the way to the upper falls. Expect slippery rock after rain, and plan for sturdy sandals or trail shoes rather than flip-flops.
Concord Falls needs no permit, and a guide is optional. A small entry fee of roughly US$2 to 5 applies at the first fall, and local guides near the site offer to lead you to the upper falls for about US$10 to 25. Guides help most after rain, when the trail and river crossings are harder to read.
⚠️ Things can change over time, so always validate details locally before you go.

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We 💚 feedbackParting advice and final tips

Concord Falls works best as a half day, and I would give it exactly that: arrive early, swim at the first falls, then push on to Au Coin while the trail is cool. Stay longer only if you want the third waterfall with a guide. Bring grippy shoes and leave the day pack light, because the mud will find you.

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