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Concord Falls - Three Waterfalls Hike

Prior to arriving in Grenada, we undertook a fair amount of research into the various hikes that were of interest to us. When looking into the three Concord waterfalls hike, many individuals online suggested that the hiring of a guide was advisable.

Therefore, upon our arrival at our Airbnb, we asked our host if they could help us secure a guide for the hike. She told us that her brother, Jeremiah (Jerry), worked as a guide from time to time so we promptly booked him.

The Walk to the Falls

The road to the falls is narrow yet tarmacked and there is so much to see along this stretch. Initially, the road sides are dotted with colourful, wooden houses whose residents welcomed us with beaming smiles and a “good morning” as we ambled by. This level of friendliness is just the norm in Grenada; people just seem happy to be alive!

As the road meandered ever upwards through the verdant Concord river valley, properties gave way to an elaborate array of colourful fruit and vegetable trees that caught our eye at every turn.

“What’s that fruit?”, “What’s that vegetable?”, we found ourselves blurting out as we marvelled at the wonders that burst from the roadside. Thankfully, Jerry was like a walking Wikipedia page and clearly enjoyed sharing his broad knowledge of his country’s natural wonders.

Concord Waterfall One

You are certainly greeted with a fine view of the first cascade off to the right as you approach. Although this is one of Grenada’s premier tourist attractions, the whole commercial set up around the falls is fairly understated and tastefully done.

This consisted of a number of small stores selling the usual touristy stuff and a small bar and viewing platform from where you can grab those memorable snaps.

Our one major criticism of the area and one that saddened us both, was seeing two caged Mona monkeys, that were clearly there solely as a tourist attraction. I'm quite sure that the large majority of tourists have no interest in seeing these wonderful creatures tied up in a cage, when they only have to visit Grand Etang to see them roaming in their natural habitat!

We paid the EC$2.50 (per person) fee to gain access to the viewing gallery and the falls, an experience easily worth the cost.

Hiking to Concord Waterfall Two

Upon leaving the first waterfall, the road terminates into a large tarmacked parking area. At the far end you will cross a small concrete bridge that takes you across a stream. You will now find yourself in true nature. For the next 45 minutes you will be following the Concord river upstream, with only the sound of the river’s current and forest bird life to disturb you.

As the trail continues, it is necessary to cross the river on numerous occasions to pick up the best sections of path possible. You therefore have to use the many rocks as stepping stones as you negotiate the river crossings.

Before long, the second of the Concord waterfalls appeared before us and it was exactly what we were hoping to see! Crystal clear mountain waters tumbling down a sheer rock face into a large plunge pool, shielded from the sun by steep valley sides and nature’s green canopy. What’s more, there was not a tourist in sight!

It was just perfect apart from the swarm of mosquitos that surrounded us the second we sat to take a break. While changing into my swimming trunks, I looked down to find eight of the little bloodsuckers lunching on my lower leg.

Concord Waterfall Number Three

The hike to the third waterfall is definitely a little more complicated and this is where Jerry’s services proved invaluable. The first section is simply a case of retracing your steps back along the river until you reach the small concrete bridge that you crossed earlier in the hike.

Instead of crossing the bridge, you veer off to the left and this is where things are not so straight forward! The path is narrow and well hidden by the undergrowth, making it difficult to find at times. The trees here are also more densely packed and branches often hinder your progress. Having a guide clearing the path with his machete is very handy indeed!

After around 30 minutes of hiking, the path meets the river off to your right hand side and the third of the Concord waterfalls comes into sight. This maybe the smallest of the three falls but it’s no less impressive.

It really is a magical little oasis in the middle of the forest and so beautifully serene. We felt that this was the ideal place to eat our lunch whilst taking in the incredible surroundings that we found ourselves in.

Following lunch, we hiked back to the first waterfall where we picked up a couple of gifts in the shop and bought Jerry a beer to thank him for his help. We then dragged our tired bodies the final 2 miles (3 km) miles back to our Airbnb for a well-earned rest.