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.

We normally don't hire guides for day hikes, but we'd heard Boiling Lake requires it, so based on prior reviews here, Chadi Symes sounded like the obvious choice for the job. He was timely, knowledgeable, fun, and let us take our time getting there and back. We completed the whole hike in about 7 hours. This is definitely a Type 2 fun kind of adventure where you're going to work for it, but you'll feel accomplished afterwards. When Chadi says this is the most extreme hike in the Caribbean, he's not exaggerating. The scenery is like nothing I've ever seen before and I'm grateful to have been able to make it here before the cable car is operational.

DANGEROUS! Very dangerous hike. Technical and pretty traitorous conditions but ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. The terrain is steep and slippery. You are either scrambling rocks or walking on logs. You definitely need to hire a guide as the trail is not marked. NO CELL SERVICE in most of the hike and NO search and rescue in the country if you fall and get hurt. (Someone slipped and died the day we did the hike) The route is about 8miles round trip and 2,600 ft elevation gain total but it will take around 5 or 6 hrs due to the conditions (ours was 7.5hrs because of the accident) With that said, it is well worth it. Absolutely beautiful views along the way with lots of hot water crossings which felt amazing to dip my feet in. Wear shoes that can be soaking wet and muddy for the entire hike. I wore reef shoes with socks and I was comfortable. Some people wear bathing suits and swim in the hot water from the volcano. The actual lake is not worth the hike because it’s steamy and you can barely see the water boiling 300 ft from the edge where you stand but the scenery to it is unbelievable. You can even see the lava flows from previous eruptions when you hike down into the crater. This is like no other hike and I would highly recommend it, but don’t hike it if you have balance issues.

I did the hike on Nov 4 2024. Was the most amazing hike ever. Took us 7 hours to complete. I went with the best Tour Guide. His name was Peter (Bushman Tours). He made me take a lot of pictures/videos, and he also knows a lot about plants. He charged me $120ec. It was tough. Started to had cramps in my legs in my way back. But it was worthy. There are plenty of beautiful plants on the road. Beautiful fresh rivers in the beginning and then hot rivers the closer you get.

The Boiling Lake hike in Dominica is a challenging but unforgettable experience with stunning scenery that takes you through rainforest, cloud forest, and the surreal Valley of Desolation. A guide is required—we went with Chadi, who expertly led our group of six, even navigating around a recent landslide. As seasoned hikers, we were a bit nervous from the reviews, but the hike is very doable for anyone in decent shape who’s comfortable climbing rocks, crossing rivers, and getting muddy—it’s ankle-deep in spots and definitely messy. We took about 8 hours with plenty of stops, and while there’s a lot of up and down both ways, the adventure and views make it 100% worth the effort!

YOU DO NOT NEED A GUIDE FOR THIS HIKE - and here’s why (with caveats). You may be told you need a guide for the hike to Boiling Lake: to find and follow the trail, or for reasons of safety, or because it’s compulsory. None of these is valid - and with the price running at c. $75 per person even in a group, it’s worth making an informed decision. The trail is very easy to follow. It is a single track through forest for the majority of the way, with literally no opportunity to turn off the route at all. There is a short section through the Valley of Desolation that requires you to use your eyes to follow the trail but as long as at least one of them works, you cannot get lost. That’s not to say it’s an easy trail to walk, as there are a fair few ups and downs and perhaps 60m total of potential scrambling, but it’s certainly dead easy to follow. You do not need a guide to find and follow the trail. It is also a safe trail. There are some scare stores about distinguishing between scalding or cool streams or pools - but the hot ones have giveaways such as steaming or indeed feeling warm. If you use your common sense, and wear stout boots, you’ll be absolutely fine. It is also worth considering whether the guides could do much for your safety anyway - given none of them carry rucksacks, they clearly don’t carry medical kits, and I seriously doubt any of them are trained first aiders. You do not need a guide to be safe on this trail as long as you take your own common-sense precautions: wear boots, take wet weather gear, carry water and snacks, perhaps take a hiking pole, take a med kit, download the AllTrails map beforehand and have a look at it to plan segments and timings, let people know where you are going. If you are used to hiking in the much bigger, much more dangerous, and much more serious mountainous conditions of Europe or North America, you’ll be absolutely fine. At the time of writing, it is absolutely not compulsory or ‘the law’ to take a guide. Nor are there plans to make it so. The guides will tell you this, but ask yourself: if it’s the law, how come the guides are unlicensed? How come the officials who check your site permits at the entrance don’t ask whether you have a guide? How come the official websites and tourist office don’t agree with them? And why would it be compulsory for this one hike but not for any others on the whole island (including the much more challenging Waitukubuli Trail)? It is not compulsory to take a guide. All that said, you may still want to take a guide, to show you interesting things, answer questions, and explain the geology and nature to you. There is absolutely merit in this. But it should be an informed choice made for your own reasons. That said - great hike and well-worth doing. Stunning scenery and fascinating geological points of interest.

A tough but epic hike! I did it solo, but I’d recommend a guide unless you’re confident in your survival skills. The first half is super muddy but manageable, while the second half is steep, slippery, and demanding—proper hiking shoes are a must! 🥾 Nike sneakers won’t cut it—your feet will be soaked within a kilometer. Took me 3hrs 5mins for 10km (996 HM) in one direction and starting below Trafalgar Falls. No internet connection about halfway to the lake, so if you twist an ankle, you won’t be able to call for help. A local guide told me that hiring a guide may soon be mandatory, so if you want to experience this wild beauty with fewer tourists, now’s the time—before the cable car arrives! 🚠 Other than that, the place is breathtaking! Safety first!

Boiling Lake on the island of Dominica is a place well worth visiting. The hike to it is an experience in itself, but it’s physically demanding, with steep elevations, and the return trip can be exhausting. It’s important to consider your fitness level before setting out. I chose to go with a local guide, and I recommend it to others – not only for safety reasons but also for the interesting insights about the area and to support the local community. If you enjoy adventure, Boiling Lake won’t disappoint. The view of the lake and the surrounding nature is definitely worth the effort!

(Translated by Google) Hmmm I like it (Original) Hmmm j'aimeee