Emerald Pool is one of the island’s true natural treasures. The site is absolutely beautiful, with lush surroundings and crystal-clear water that make the short hike totally worth it. It’s well maintained, and the path is designed for a self-guided tour, with informative signs that make the experience smooth and enjoyable. That said, it’s a bit bittersweet to know that such a national beauty has been privatized. Places like this should ideally benefit the government and the local people directly, not just private companies. Still, the care taken to preserve and showcase the site is undeniable. The water is stunning!! though definitely on the cold side! At the end of the visit, you’ll find several small shops, but most of them offer the same limited selection of items, and prices are on the higher end! something to keep in mind if you’re hoping to shop for souvenirs.

Emerald Pool in Dominica is a big Cruise Excursion destination for the Big 3 (Norwegian, Carnival and Royal Caribbean). I came here on a carnival cruise and enjoyed the drive from the cruise port , the walk through rainforest scenery to get to the pool and then the waterfall and emerald pool destination. I hope your time here is a positive experience and I am sure Dominica has lots of spots like this all over the island :)

Amazing site in Dominica. You can enter with a day pass or 7-day pass which is valid at other sites (like the Indian River). The water is cool and fresh. The path to the pool has been made way more accessible than in prior years but those with mobility issues might struggle.

The Emerald Pool is absolutely magical! What a beautiful waterfall and such a peaceful spot. I visited at the beginning of October, during the off-season, and it was perfect — hardly any tourists around and no cruise ships in port. I actually had the entire place to myself, which made it even more special. The walk to the pool takes about 10 minutes. The path is well-paved with steps, so it’s not difficult at all. There are restrooms located near the entrance where you get your ticket. Definitely a must-do when visiting Dominica!

Excepcional! Thea road is'ts perfect! And the environment is just amazing, the view points are worthy!! I'll come back

What a beautiful experience! Not to mention the Banana Leaf restaurant serving up great local bites! But back to Emerald Pool... I wish I could visit everyday! The water is a clear bluish green and the waterfall is breath taking. The cove next to the deeper pool is spectacular. One thing I thought was cool were the orange crabs seemingly hiding and basking in the sun. The short hike to the falls and pool was perfection because of the canopy coverage. This was just a spectacular moment of our trip. Emerald Pool is a must see in DA

Viewing terrace from top of the trail, short steep decent to the pool. Crystal clear water .

It's worth the entry fee if you plan on spending a longer time swimming here. It's a very short walk to the falls, with several steps. Minimal roadside parking

Beautiful. Concrete steps and railings...about 76 steps down to falls. Large flat uneven rocks from bottom of stairs about 25' to the falls. You can swim. Not an easy ingress or egress, but refreshing. Worth the effort! Recommended.

Very beautiful waterfall just a few minutes walk from the roadside. The falls are private so you must pay a fee to enter, believe it was EC$7. Follow a set of steep steps down to the falls, super easy and quick. A bit rocky at the bottom but clear gorgeous water.

Beautiful falls area to visit. This was part of an organized tour we took through a cruise line, the falls are great, but I kind of question the distance and time it takes to get there and back. It severely cut into other things we might have been able to do. The road there is very long and zig zags up the mountain. It can be fun, but it is a long drive. The falls area is touted as wheelchair friendly (and we had a WC user in our group) and it is to an extent. We were able to wheel over to an observation deck far above the falls, but could not go down the long stairs that lead to the falls directly. We could visit the "bar" also, it offered rum punch, fruit juice and fresh fruit.

Was amazing place. It's very safe place. Take your water shoes and your comfortable clothes to enjoy it.

Beautiful spot, it’s secluded but free for everyone to go to. A lot of steps to go down, but at the end it is stunning, you can swim there, we saw young school kids chilling with music that was good to see.

Great area to see the local senic sites. Not to steep of a stair w a lk, with good hand rails. Restrooms are there, private but primative.

Incredible hike! Easy for regular hikers, a good beginner climb for new hikers tjay are looking got a mini challenge. It takes anywhere from 1.5hrs to 2.5hrs total. When wet, the climb down to the falls is a bit precarious, so it is recommended to wear good hiking shoes. The view of the falls is well worth the trip!

Very beautiful trail. The water fall is the tallest we saw in the island. However, you can only view it from a platform.

Nice hike in, roughly 45mins but not difficult. If you have knee/ankle issues take it slowly as the ground is muddy/slippy and with lots of steps. The bird songs are beautiful as you hike and there are crabs and lizards around.The waterfall itself is beautiful,.one to the nicest we have ever seen with a nice pool you can swim in.

Wow, what an incredible hike and reward at the end. Even though I'm pretty fit, I found this hike fairly tough. I was able to get my rental car all the way up to the lot but the roads are bumpy and under construction. I presented my weekly site pass, as well. Almost immediately, you cross a small stream with a few others along the way. For me, it was about 45 minutes straight up through rocks, logs, mud and roots. Then, about five minutes of flat walking where you’ll come to a head. Stay to the left and start your descent. About 15-20 minutes down, and it's very steep. At one point, after the wooden steps you'll hit a steam with large rocks. I almost couldn't tell where to go but you have to cross over all the large rocks and continue straight down, using your hands in some spots. Use caution on rocks near the waterfall, they're super slippery. Also, wasn't able to go down to swim. I wasn't clear which way and I was the only one there so I wanted to be safe. I wore regular tennis shoes but hiking shoes would've helped tremendously. Waterfall is stunning and the nature is so peaceful!

The hike in to the falls is moderate, but the last descent down to the falls is very slippery. Use caution and wear good hiking shoes. The falls are beautiful! Definitely worth the effort.

Well maintained trail through mature rainforest with impressive buttress roots on huge kapok trees. Many birds including Jaco parrots, also saw land crabs and lizards. Note: at gazebo trail junction turn left to go down to falls.

The Middleham Falls are really a magic place! It's not just the Falls, it's the way to get there. It's amazing to step up the hill and having all these stunning and different views over the jungle. You got to be a bit trained to do the way with the countless wooden steps, but it's worth it!

A great land excursion while visiting Dominica. The water is quite chilly, but not too cold. The whole experience was fabulous

Titou Gorge was a highlight in Dominica! The water is cold but refreshing, and swimming through the narrow gorge surrounded by lush greenery is unforgettable. Not too crowded, fun, and the waterfall at the end makes it worth the trip. Dominica truly surprised me in the best way!

I stopped at Titou Gorge after visiting Trafalgar Falls, and I’m so glad I did — it’s absolutely breathtaking! The water is cold and crystal clear. We didn’t go all the way to the waterfall, but we went far enough back to see it deep in the canyon. Fun fact: a scene from Pirates of the Caribbean was filmed here! They charge you for a life vest that is required but it's only like $5 us and there was no charge to actually get into the gorge, just the rental of the Life fest. There are warm water fountains coming out as you walk in so if you're coming out of the gorge and you're cold you can go under there and warm up. It’s such a unique and amazing spot. I visited during the off-season at the beginning of October, and there was only one other person there besides me, so I basically had the whole place to myself. Definitely recommend a visit if you’re in Dominica!

Very nice excursion...they gave u lifejacket for extra pay...everytime they are taking care of u. They can take pictures...water is not cold and they have fitting room if need it. You can see very nice places all the way.

So so incredible. Amazing water attraction. Be sure to get a guide to traverse this attraction, it is beautiful but can be dangerous. Tube rentals and life jackets costed 10EC each and rental of a waterproof phone case was 10 EC. The tour guide is tipped at your discretion but they work hard so please leave a tip !

Really cool experience! Safer with a guide if you struggle with balance in rough waters. Doable without the guide. The guide provides a better experience with some history and fun facts along with tons of photos and videos of your experience.

Great fun for everyone. They have everything you need. Yes, you need your own swimsuit. Short swim in to see the falls. It is not a cave, nothing to freak out about, the kids will love it. 100% safe.

Dominica largest fresh water lake, perfect for cloud forest Hiking, there beautiful scenic trail around the lake.

Very cool, relaxing and amazing service food in the bar also the kayaking made the experience even better 😁

Very cold but other than that a great experience

A place where you feel more connected to nature than normal.

Wonderful scenery 👌

(Translated by Google) Superb lake accessible by car. Don’t hesitate to rent a kayak from Claudette, it costs $10 USD and it’s a magical experience. There is a magical calm that reigns on the lake. (Original) Superbe lac accessible en voiture. N’hésitez pas à louer un kayak auprès de Claudette, cela coûte 10$ USD et c’est une expérience magique. C’est un calme féerique qui règne sur le lac.

(Translated by Google) Great hike full of adventure at Fresh Water Lake! Located about 40 minutes from Roseau, the lake is easily accessible by car with ample parking available. Little advice: bring warm clothes, a waterproof windbreaker and good hiking shoes. The higher you go, the colder it gets, with wind and sometimes rain. The hike takes about 2 hours and the ground can be very slippery due to the mud. There are a few sections where you have to hold on to a rope to move forward, but with soil erosion, some poles have fallen, making these sections a little more technical. It is better to be used to hiking to fully enjoy it. But the effort is worth it! The scenery is magnificent, with lush vegetation all along the trail. We pass through a dense tropical forest where you can hear frogs and observe superb tree ferns, various palm trees and a great diversity of endemic plants. The view of the lake from above is impressive. A must-see hike for nature and adventure lovers 🥾! ‐---------------------------- Great adventure hike at Fresh Water Lake! Located about 40 minutes from Roseau, the lake is easily accessible by car, with a large parking area available. A little tip: bring warm clothes, a waterproof windbreaker, and good hiking shoes. The higher you go, the colder and windier it gets, with occasional rain. The hike takes about 2 hours, and the trail can be very slippery due to mud. There are some sections where you need to hold onto a rope to progress, but due to soil erosion, some poles have fallen, making these parts a bit more challenging. It’s best suited for those with some hiking experience. But the effort is absolutely worth it! The scenery is stunning, with lush vegetation along the trail. You’ll pass through a dense tropical forest where you can hear frogs and observe magnificent tree ferns, various palm trees, and a great diversity of endemic plants. The view of the lake from above is breathtaking. A must-do hike for nature and adventure lovers 🥾! (Original) Super randonnée pleine d'aventure au Fresh Water Lake ! Situé à environ 40 minutes de Roseau, le lac est facilement accessible en voiture avec un grand parking à disposition. Petit conseil : prévoyez des vêtements chauds, un coupe-vent imperméable et de bonnes chaussures de randonnée. Plus on monte, plus il fait froid, avec du vent et parfois de la pluie. La randonnée dure environ 2 heures et le sol peut être très glissant à cause de la boue. Il y a quelques passages où il faut se tenir à une corde pour avancer, mais avec l’érosion du sol, certains poteaux sont tombés, rendant ces sections un peu plus techniques. Il vaut mieux être habitué aux randonnées pour en profiter pleinement. Mais l’effort en vaut la peine ! Les paysages sont magnifiques, avec une végétation luxuriante tout au long du sentier. On traverse une forêt tropicale dense où l'on peut entendre les grenouilles et observer de superbes fougères arborescentes, divers palmiers et une grande diversité de plantes endémiques. La vue sur le lac en hauteur est impressionnante. Une randonnée incontournable pour les amoureux de nature et d’aventure 🥾 ! ‐----------------------- Great adventure hike at Fresh Water Lake ! Located about 40 minutes from Roseau, the lake is easily accessible by car, with a large parking area available. A little tip : bring warm clothes, a waterproof windbreaker, and good hiking shoes. The higher you go, the colder and windier it gets, with occasional rain. The hike takes about 2 hours, and the trail can be very slippery due to mud. There are some sections where you need to hold onto a rope to progress, but due to soil erosion, some poles have fallen, making these parts a bit more challenging. It’s best suited for those with some hiking experience. But the effort is absolutely worth it! The scenery is stunning, with lush vegetation along the trail. You’ll pass through a dense tropical forest where you can hear frogs and observe magnificent tree ferns, various palm trees, and a great diversity of endemic plants. The view of the lake from above is breathtaking. A must-do hike for nature and adventure lovers 🥾!

Breathtaking!! 💯♥️ God's natural handiwork 😍 Another must view site while in Dominica

Lovely 1.6 (ish) mile trail around the freshwater lake. It is VERY steep in parts, but very doable. Takes around an hour depending on the pace of your group. The views are amazing. Recommend doing this hike to see all angles of the lake

Easiest spot on island to experience a cloud forest which had unique flora and fauna compared to the other environments. It gets considerably more rain than the rainforest and in many spots the ground had a unique "spongy" feeling. On the drive up we went from blue skies to overcast and rain. Even spotted a critically endangered mountain chicken frog! Though wasnt quick enough to snap a photo. Road is very well maintained, with a large parking area.

Good hike. We did both lakes on a misty day pretty much alone. Good experience. Wear good shoes which can deal with water and mud. Be careful as trails can be very slippery when its raining.

The Freshwater Lake Trail around the lake of that name in Morne Trois Pitons National Park, Dominica, has lots of ups and downs. The upper portion of the trail is along the rim of an inactive volcano. The views and vegetation make it an unforgettable experience.

Beautiful rainforest lake where you can almost always escape the heat of the coastline - it is usually about 10 degrees cooler here. You can swim and even kayak in the small lake, part of the Dominica hydroelectric system. The trail is very subject to the weather; if it is or has recently rained it will be very muddy and the many log steps slippery. While I had to rate the trail as moderate, it is extremely steep for many stretches, with clay and log steps as deep as 2 1/2 to 3 feet high and shaky rope railings. If you are afraid of heights, this is probably not your trail. We hiked it when it was misting and encased in clouds, so we had to come back another day to appreciate the spectacular mountain and ocean views.

Didn't get much done due to the rain, but the scenery was great, and the environment cool

Beautiful space. I couldn't climb up because I didn't have water shoes and I couldn't get through the rocks. Bought the most amazing cookies I've ever had and a guava cherry juice. Delicious

It’s a pretty good waterfall with an easy enough hike (15-20 minutes) but they changed the price to $20 USD per person, for only one site. You can only pay in cash on site and they are very misleading about what the passes apply to. I’ve been to better waterfalls for free

Trafalgar Falls is absolutely beautiful! I visited during the off-season, and there was only one other person there — it was so peaceful. The scenery is incredible, and it’s the perfect place to just sit and watch the waterfalls. It honestly feels like you’ve stepped into another world… almost like Jurassic Park! It was only like $5 USD. The view is stunning and definitely a great spot for photos. The walk from the entrance is super easy — only about 5 minutes on a well-maintained path. There are restrooms near the front where you purchase your ticket. A must-see while visiting Dominica!

Only a short 10 minute hike to get to the slice of heaven. You can also hike to under the falls of course at your own risk.

Fun short walk through the jungle with a bunch of lizards. You can boulder your way to the base of the falls, but it isn't easy. Great view of the falls for those not wanting to climb. We were there for 45 mins and enjoyed climbing around and playing in the river. $5 entry fee.

Beautiful waterfall attraction. There us a 10 to 15 minutes light intensity hiking trail from the main parking area to the falls.. then you need to trek up some boulders and small pools to get closer to the actual falls. Breathtaking and spectacular

Beautiful must see waterfalls in Dominica.