Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
Parking for El Salto is on the gravel pull-out on the northeast side of the Rio Fortuna bridge.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
Costa Rica's lush forest rises beside the Rio Fortuna.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
A sign marks the short trail heading downstream to the platform and rope swing above the swimming hole.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
The trail parallels the river as it passes two side-by-side waterfalls.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
A wide deep swimming hole marks the area, with rock ledges and a rope swing to jump from.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
Small cascades run directly beneath the Route 702 bridge.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
The area makes a picturesque image all on its own. That it is a deep area perfect for swimming makes it an even more exciting destination.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
View from atop the waterfall.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
El Salto rope swing.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
Downstream is a idyllic canyon beneath the jungle canopy and can be walked to by tracing the trail past the jumping ledges.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
02/20/2018
The rope swing is about 20 feet above the water, making it a more adventurous option than the lower ledges surrounding the pool.