The 11 Best Huasteca Potosina Waterfalls That Will Take Your Breath Away
Want to visit the Waterfalls of Huasteca Potosina?
You’re in the right place because I’ve visited La Huasteca Potosina — and I’m here to help you do the same!
In this article, I’m going to give you ALL the details you need to visit the 11 BEST Huasteca Potosina waterfalls.
Famous for turquoise water, pristine rivers, natural pools and beautiful waterfalls, the picturesque Huasteca Potosina Region is fast becoming one of the top Mexico travel destinations.
Now, it’s still considered one of the best Mexico hidden gems, which makes finding current and accurate information about traveling to La Huasteca tricky.
However, I’m here to help.
This article will highlight the best places in Huasteca Potosina, which as of course, the stunning waterfalls.
By the end of this article, you’ll know what they are, where they’re located, and how to visit them — so let’s dive in (pun absolutly intended 🤪)
1. Cascada Tamul Waterfall
📍 Location: Google Maps | ⏰ Hours: Open daily, 7am-4pm | 💵 Entrance Fee: $10 pesos ($1 USD) to get in, but the boat tours are about $250 pesos per person ($15 USD)
This awe-inspiring waterfall is known as the “jewel of the Huasteca Potosina,” and the area’s most-visited site.
One the tallest waterfalls in Mexico, Cascada Tamul stands at an impressive 345-feet-tall (105 m).
Most people who visit go by boat tour, but there is also a somewhat unknown hiking trail, so keep reading for all your options on how to get to Tamul Waterfall Huasteca Potosina.
How to Visit Tamul Waterfall on a Tour
The only way to visit Tamul is on a tour.
You can book this Tamul Waterfall Tour now and pay with your credit card, or book a tour onsite.
For this, you’ll need to pay in pesos, as these tours are cash only — like a lot of places in Huasteca Potosina Mexico.
They cost about $250-350 pesos per person ($15-20 USD) to go on a shared boat, or about $2,000-$2,500 pesos for a private boat ($120-150 USD).
If you’re booking your tour in advance (I recommend the one linked above), they handle transportation, lunch, the boat, swimming in the Cueva del Agua (Water Cave), and basically, everything else.
How to Visit Tamul Waterfall on Your Own By Boat
If you want to visit Tamul on your own, you’ll first have to drive to the Tamul Waterfalls parking area (📍 near here in La Morena).
Next, you’ll need to choose one of the local companies in the area.
These tour companies are all about the same so you can just take your pick, or shop around to find the best deal.
⚠️ Note: Price haggling isn’t very common in Mexico, so respect the price you’re given.
After you pick a tour company, you’ll get your lifejacket and ore. Why an ore?, you ask.
Because you’ll have to paddle upstream for about two hours to get to the waterfall area; going back, it takes about 1-1.5 hours.
Know that the ride there is long and a bit difficult for some, though most people have no trouble.
However, it’s also a beautiful and calm paddle on the turquoise blue waters of Rio Tampaon River, and a great workout.
Once you get as close to the waterfall as the boats are allowed to go, each boat gets a turn for everyone to get out and climb the large rock near the falls.
Here, you can admire La Huasteca Tamul Waterfall and/or take photos.
After everyone gets a turn on the rock (which is about 30 minutes per boat), you’ll paddle back to where you got on the boat, and disembark.
The majority of tours will then take you to the Cueva del Agua (Water Cave) for a refreshing swim.
⚠️ Note: After the tour is over, make sure you tip your tour guides.
How to Visit Tamul Waterfall on Your Own by Hike
Looking to do a Huasteca Potosina waterfalls hike? While I didn’t know this was possible, it turns out you can visit the Tamul Waterfall on foot.
In full disclosure, I didn’t do this hike, but the local woman who owned the hotel I stayed at said you can in fact hike to Tamul Waterfall.
Here are the steps she told me to take for the Tamul Waterfall hike:
1. Drive to Campamento Tamul Campgrounds (📍 here) and park.
It costs $30 pesos ($2 USD) per car, and this is the closest place you can park near the trailhead.
Tamul Campground is about a half-mile (1 km) Tamul Waterfalls, and you can stay there if you’re looking to do some camping in Huasteca Potosina.
2. Everything is clearly marked, so just follow the signs for the official hiking trail, which takes you along the Río Gallinas River and the Santa Maria River.
3. When you see the water flowing over the canyon walls into the Río Tampaón River, you can stop there (most people do).
However, you can also keep going for a closer view of the falls — though I was warned that this part gets hard.
4. The trek from here has several steep downhill parts, and isn’t well-maintained in all areas, but with proper footwear, you should be fine.
2. Cascada Puente de Dios Waterfall
📍 Location: Google Maps | ⏰ Hours: Open daily, 8:30am-5pm | 💵 Entrance Fee: $70 pesos ($5 USD) to get in, and $30 pesos for a lifejacket ($1 USD, and these are mandatory)
Puente de Dios is located tucked away in the jungle.
Meaning “Bridge of God” in English, you won’t want to miss this top tourist attraction on your trip to La Huasteca Potosina.
Once you reach it, you’ll see a massive waterfall in the distance, and two large pools you can swim in.
The current in the upper pool is very strong, which is why life vests are mandatory at Puente de Dios.
For the adventurous, there are waterfall jumps into these natural swimming pools.
You can do a cliff jump from rocky ledges at 10-feet, 20-feet and 30 feet-high (3, 6 and 9 meters) — and the tallest one is super fun!
How to Visit Puente de Dios Waterfall With A Tour
The easiest way is to book this Puente de Dios and Hacienda Gómez Waterfalls Tour, a small group tour limited to just 10 people.
On it, you’ll visit two places in La Huasteca.
This tour departs from Cuidad Valles and includes a tour guide, life jacket (it’s required at Puente de Dios), lunch, all entrance fees, hotel pick-up and drop-off, and roundtrip transport.
How to Visit Puente de Dios Waterfall On Your Own
You can also go on your own to visit this natural swimming pool in a lush rainforest.
To do so, just drive to the parking lot (📍 here), pay your admission, then walk down. It’s about 300 steps to get to the waterfall.
Personally, this is one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen in Mexico.
Though it’s a trek to get there, and the stairs coming up aren’t fun 🥵, don’t skip the Puente de Dios Huasteca Potosina waterfall — it’s a magical spot!
3. Cascada Micos Waterfall
📍 Location: Map | ⏰ Hours: Open daily, 6am-11pm | 💵 Entrance Fee: $100 pesos ($6 USD), which include your life jacket rental
The waterfalls of Micos are a visitor favorite because there’s a lot to do here — a series of cascades you can jump off, rappelling, ziplines, a suspension bridge, the Micos Sky Bike Ride, canoe rides, swimming, restaurants, etc.
It’s a must-visit for adventure travelers, but you can also spend a relaxing day at Micos just swimming, going on a canoe ride and eating at the restaurants along the shore near the swimming area.
You can also stay nearby at Selva Teenek Ecopark.
Located in La Escondio Natural Park (which isn’t a national park), you’ll enjoy a stay out in nature with comfy glamping tents and excellent service.
How to Visit Micos Waterfall On a Tour
Looking for a waterfall jumping tour?
Then you need to book this tour to Cascada de Micos Waterfall.
It includes activities like rope swings, waterfall jumps and rappelling, as well as roundtrip transportation in a private vehicle, hotel pick up and drop-off, travel guides, safety equipment, entrance fees, and lunch.
How to Visit Micos Waterfall On Your Own
If you want to go on your own, drive to the entrance (📍 here), pay your admission, then walk into the park.
From the parking lot, it’s about a 10 minute walk to the swimming area, where you can also book a boat tour or excursions to do other activities.
4. Cascada El Salto Waterfall (El Naranjo)
📍 Location: Map | ⏰ Hours: They aren’t listed anywhere, but figure about 8am-5pm to be safe | 💵 Entrance Fee: FREE
Cascada Salto El Agua (AKA Cascada El Salto Waterfall) is located in the town of El Naranjo. For this reason, it’s sometimes referred to simply as El Naranjo Waterfall.
Depending on when you visit, it might be FULL of water, or more dry. Both conditions are nice in their own way, so don’t worry.
When I visited in December, it was extremely full and we took a bout tour right up to this massive waterfall.
However, in the summer months, there’s much less water, so you can stand on the rocks in the water near the falls.
How to Visit Cascada El Salto Waterfall On a Tour
For an up-close experience of some of the The most gorgeous waterfalls in Huasteca Potosina, book this El Salto and El Meco Waterfalls Tour.
It departs from Ciudad Valles, and includes lunch, travel insurance, life vests, and hotel pickup and drop-off so you don’t have to worry about finding a central meeting point in town.
How to Visit Cascada El Salto Waterfall On Your Own
To go on your own, head to the El Naranjo parking area (📍 here).
There are several kiosks with companies selling tours, and they’re all about the same so just take your pick.
Then you’ll board the colorful boats and head to the waterfall. I’ve also seen people go by raft or SUP paddleboard to explore the rivers and waterfalls at El Naranjo.
5. Cascada El Meco Waterfall
📍 Location: Map | ⏰ Hours: They aren’t listed anywhere, but figure about 8am-5pm to be safe | 💵 Entrance Fee: FREE
Essentially, El Meco is the top portion of El Naranjo.
You can’t go for a swim in this part of the waterfall, but you can go to the viewing platform to see it and take photos.
There’s also El Salto del Meco Mirador Restaurant above it so you can dine near the falls.
🫖 Side Note: We ate there, and the food was good but also overpriced for what it was.
How to Visit El Meco Waterfall on a tour
The easiest way is to book this El Salto and El Meco Waterfalls Tour so everything’s included.
It departs from Ciudad Valle, with hotel pick-up and roundtrip transportation included in the cost.
How to Visit Cascadas El Meco Waterfall on your own
To go on your own, drive to the El Meco overlook (📍 next to this restaurant), park your car in the small lot, and walk down about 15 stairs to the lookout point.
You also usually book from the guys who hang out in front of the restaurant.
To go on your own, drive to the El Meco overlook (📍 next to this restaurant), park your car in the small lot, and walk down about 15 stairs to the lookout point.
You also usually book from the guys who hang out in front of the restaurant.
6. Cascada Minas Viejas Waterfall
📍 Location: Map | ⏰ Hours: Open daily, 7am-6pm | 💵 Entrance Fee: $60 pesos per person ($3.50 USD), and $30 pesos each for a life jacket (mandatory) and parking
This one, along with Puente de Dios, were my two favorite waterfalls in Huasteca Potosina.
Minas Viejas (Old Mines) looks like something out of a fairy tale.
The picturesque pools near the waterfall are perfect for swimming or just eating a picnic next to while admiring their beauty.
For the adventurous, you can also go rappelling at Minas Viejas, which is a 164-feet-tall (50-55 meters).
If you want to rappel, you will need to book this tour in advance because you can’t book that onsite.
How to Visit Minas Viejas Waterfall on a tour
You can book this Minas Viejas and Micos Waterfalls Experience to see two different waterfalls on the same day.
Perfect for adrenaline junkies, it includes rappelling and waterfall jumping, as well as lunch and transport from Ciudad de Valles.
If you don’t want to go rappelling, opt for this Minas Viejas and Micos Waterfalls Tour instead.
Without the added cost of your rappel guide, this tour is about half the price.
How to Visit Minas Viejas Waterfall on your own
To go on your own, drive to Cascadas de Minas Viejas (📍 here), park your car and pay the admission cost.
Be aware that you’ll have to drive about 20 minutes down a dirt road that was also a very bumpy road.
You’ll then walk downhill for about 15 minutes till you reach the waterfall. The climb back up is a bit steep, but not too bad.
7. Cascada Tamasopo Waterfall
📍 Location: Map | ⏰ Hours: Open daily, 8am-6pm | 💵 Entrance Fee: $100 pesos per person ($6 USD) which includes a lifejacket (mandatory at all times)
Located in the town of Tamasopo, Cascadas de Tamasopo is basically a waterfall water park in a jungle setting — which is something I’ve never seen before.
The waterfalls and pools here are natural, but the environment is like a waterpark with ropes courses, play areas, hammocks, restrooms, lockers, shops, and several restaurants (🐟 we ate at Mr. Fish and it was quite good).
If you’re visiting Huasteca Potosina with kids, this is a great option — though adults will love it too.
As you might expect, it gets VERY crowded on weekends, so go during the week to avoid the crowds.
How to Visit Tamasopo Waterfall
As a waterpark, this one is doesn’t require a guided tour, so you can go on your own by just driving to Cascadas de Tamasopo (📍 here).
There’s an onsite parking lot just steps from the entrance.
Nearby, don’t miss the other waterfalls in the area of Tamasopo, like Puente de Dios, La Hacienda Gomez y Sus 7 Cascadas, Paraje los Otates and El Trampolín.
Those last two are some of the best hidden gems in Huasteca Potosina. They aren’t usually crowded, and mostly frequented by locals.
8. Cascada Los Comales at Las Pozas (Surrealist Gardens of Edward James)
📍 Location: Map | ⏰ Hours: Open daily, 8am-6pm | 💵 Entrance Fee: $75 pesos ($5 USD) per person; paid separate from your entrance to the Surrealist Garden of Edward James.
Located right next to Las Pozas, the Surrealist Garden of Edward James, you’ll find Cascada Los Comales Waterfall.
As the garden is the main draw, not everyone visits the waterfall here.
When I started to plan a trip to La Huasteca, I barely saw other blog posts mention this waterfall, so I guess it’s considered off the beaten path.
The one I did see said you could swim here, but I was told that’s no longer allowed.
Still, it’s a nice place to go to before or after touring the Edward James Sculpture Garden.
There’s a lot of stunning natural beauty, and besides my husband and I, there were only two other people at the falls.
How to Visit Cascada Comales Waterfall
While you can only visit the Edward James Sculpture Garden in Xilitla with a tour, you do not need a tour to go to Cascada Los Comales.
If you rented a car, just park anywhere that’s available on the main street in front of the garden, and pay your $75 pesos ($5 USD) to enter the falls.
There is public transport from Downtown Xilitla as well, though it’s limited.
9. Cascada El Aguacate Waterfall
📍 Location: Map | ⏰ Hours: Open daily, 9am-6pm | 💵 Entrance Fee: $50 pesos per person ($3 USD)
Cascada Aguacate (Avocado Waterfall) is the second-tallest waterfall in Huasteca Potosina, and located in the municipality of Tamasopo.
It’s not too far from the other waterfalls nearby, like Puente de Dios and Tamasopo Falls.
It stands at about 246-feet (75 m), and there are a few smaller pools at the base you can wade around in — but it’s usually not deep enough to really swim here.
The facilities at El Aguacate are new, and much nicer than most other waterfalls in Huasteca Potosina (except Tamasopo Waterfalls Park).
It has a snack bar, a bar for drinks, lots of Instagrammable places for photos, restrooms, changing rooms and showers.
How to Visit El Aguacate Waterfall
As one of the least-visited sites, this one is doesn’t have guided tours, so you can go on your own by just driving to El Aguacate Falls (📍 here).
There’s an onsite parking lot just steps from the entrance.
To get to the base of the falls, you’ll have to climb down about 200 stairs.
⚠️ Pro Tips: If you think you’ll need anything in the next hour (like snacks, water or to use the restroom), get it before you climb down.
10. El Trampolín Waterfall
📍 Location: Map | ⏰ Hours: Open daily, 7am-7pm | 💵 Entrance Fee: FREE
El Trampolin is located right next to Hacienda Gomez — however, there is no entrance cost to go here.
It is basically a river next to the road, but you can swim here for free.
There are also some vendors selling snacks at the street food stands just across the street (they’re usually open on weekends only), but little else.
How to Visit El Trampolín Huasteca Potosina
As a lesser-visited site in La Huasteca, this one is doesn’t have guided tours, so you’ll go on your own by driving to El Aguacate Falls (📍 here).
There are a few parking lots along the river you can use.
⚠️ Note: While it’s free to park here, make sure you tip the parking lot attendants about $20 pesos ($1 USD) or more.
These guys make sure nothing happens to your car, so you should make sure to tip them.
11. Hacienda Gomez y Sus 7 Cascadas
📍 Location: Map | ⏰ Hours: They aren’t listed anywhere, but figure about 8am-5pm to be safe | 💵 Entrance Fee: $50 pesos per person ($3 USD), and $50 pesos to park
The enchanting Hacienda Gomez has seven cascading waterfalls on the property, creating a picturesque setting for relaxation and exploration.
Visitors can indulge in the serene atmosphere surrounded by lush landscapes, which is ideal for a picnic by the water.
While it does have seven waterfalls, I only saw people swimming in one of the pools.
We were told that one was only for guests of the hacienda and tour groups, and since we visited on our own, we basically just walked around and took in the scenery.
How to Visit Hacienda Gomez on A tour
The easiest way is to book this Hacienda Gómez and Puente de Dios Waterfalls Tour.
It departs from Cuidad Valles and includes a tour guide, life jacket (it’s required at Puente de Dios), lunch, all entrance fees, hotel pick up and drop off, and roundtrip transport.
How to Visit Hacienda Gomez on your own
To go on your own, jump in your rental car and head to La Hacienda Gomez (📍 here).
It’s not far from Puente de Dios, Tamasopo Waterfalls and El Trampolín, which makes for a nice road trip.
You’ll pay an entrance fee, and then the entire place is open parking, so you can park near the waterfall you want to visit first.
You can also just park at the first spot you see and stroll the grounds.
Best Huasteca Potosina Waterfalls Map
Wondering about the Huasteca Potosina waterfalls locations? So was I!
Figuring out where all the waterfalls are located was one of the hardest parts of planning a trip to Huasteca Potosina.
I made the map above to help make planning A LOT easier for you than it was for me.
While it only lists the main attraction when you visit the Huasteca, the waterfalls, know there are many other non-waterfall activities.
Here are my 10 best things to do in Huasteca Potosina that aren’t waterfalls:
- Las Pozas Surrealist Gardens of Edward James in the town of Xilitla
- Manantial Media Luna Lagoon in Rioverde
- Leonora Carrington Surrealist Art Museum in Downtown Xilitla
- Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows) near Aquismon
- Sótano de las Huahuas (Huahuas Caves) near Aquismon
- Cuevas de Mantetzulel (Mantetzulel Caves) near near Aquismon
- Río Valles Trajineras (Mexico City Xochimilco boats) in Ciudad Valles
- Zona Arqueológica de Tamtoc (Tamtoc Ruins) near El Sauz Municipality
- El Consuelo Zona Arqueológica Tamohi (Tamohi Ruins) near Tamuín Municipality
- Castillo de la Salud (Beto Ramon Health Castle) near Xilitla
La Huasteca Potosina Packing List
Wondering what to bring to Huasteca Potosina? I’m here to help!
While things like a bathing suit and sunscreen are pretty obvious, you’ll find a list below of the things you might not think to include on your packing list for Huasteca Potosina — but that will really come in handy.
📸 GoPro Camera
- 5.3K 60 Ultra HD Video
- 27 Megapixel Photos
- Award-Winning HyperSmooth 6.0 Image Stabilization
- Webcam with Live Streaming
- 1/1.9 Image Sensor
- Whats Included: HERO12 Black, Enduro Rechargeable Battery, Curved Adhesive Mount, Mounting Buckle + Thumb Screw, USB-C Cable
If you’ve been considering getting a GoPro Hero, the photogenic Huasteca Potosina is the perfect place to put it to good use.
You can dive off cliffs with it, and get those cool underwater photos as you enter the water.
✍️ Travel Insurance for Mexico
For such a beautiful and natural place, there are a lot of things that can go wrong: slips, falls, scrapes, and worse.
You’re also in a pretty rural area, so I recommend getting Mexico travel insurance for peace of mind.
With basic coverage averaging just $5-10 USD per day, enjoy peace of mind with a plan from Travel Insurance Master, one of the biggest names in travel insurance.
🩴 Sturdy Water shoes
Here’s one of the best Huasteca Potosina travel tips: Don’t forget to buy water shoes. All the beautiful natural pools and waterfalls you’re about to swim in have slippery rocks, muddy ground, etc, and you don’t want to fall.
📲 Waterproof Phone Holder
If you’re planning to take Instagrammable Huasteca Potosina photos, this inexpensive waterproof phone holder that goes around your neck really comes in handy.
🧖♀️ Quick Dry Towel (AKA Microfiber Towel)
This quick dry towel is one of the best things to throw in your suitcase when packing for Mexico.
It will definitely come in handy as you’re waterfall-hopping in La Huasteca.
🩱 Long Sleeve Bathing Suit (AKA Rash Guard)
Sunscreen is great, but you have to keep reapplying it if you’re swimming all day.
Instead, opt for these long sleeve bathing suits and even these waterproof sun hats so you don’t end up with a bad sunburn.
🦟 Bug Spray
The mosquitoes in Huasteca Potosina can get pretty bad, especially in the hotter months of the year.
Make sure you’re protected with this top-rated natural mosquito spray that’s DEET-free and non-aerosol.
Best Huasteca Potosina Waterfalls Guide & FAQ
What is La Huasteca Mexico?
La Huasteca is a massive geographical and cultural region that spans seven states in Mexico and 20 municipalities.
What states of Mexico make up La Huasteca?
La Huasteca is a region located within these seven Mexican states: San Luis Potosí, Veracruz, Puebla, Hidalgo, Tamaulipas, Querétaro and Guanajuato.
What is La Huasteca Potosina?
La Huasteca Potosina is the part of La Huasteca that’s located in the Mexico state of San Luis Potosi.
Huasteca Potosina is the most-visited region in La Huasteca, but there are others.
These include Huasteca Poblana (Huasteca Puebla in Puebla State), and Huasteca Hidalguense (Huasteca Hidalgo in Hidalgo State).
Where is La Huasteca Potosina located?
La Huasteca Potosina is located in the southeastern part of San Luis Potosí state.
📍 La Huasteca Potosina Map
The map should offer a visual aid, but what you need to know is La Huasteca is in the northeastern part of Mexico.
It stretches all the way to the Gulf of Mexico!
What is the closest city to Huasteca Potosina?
Ciudad Valles is the central city in La Huasteca Potosina Mexico.
It’s a medium-sized city that’s located about 368 miles (592 km) north of Downtown Mexico City.
Is Ciudad Valles safe for visitors?
For the majority of visitors, yes, this is a perfectly safe town.
Even after living in Mexico since 2018, I’ve still never heard anyone describe Ciudad Valles as unsafe.
In fact, many people traveling to Huasteca Potosina stay here.
My Hotel in Ciudad Valles La Huasteca Potosina
When I visited, I stayed here at Doña Adelina House Ciudad Valles Hotel and felt safe walking around both day and night.
They even have a secure parking lot with a gate, so even your rental car and belongings will be safe.
How do I get to Huasteca Potosina?
While there’s no Huasteca Potosina airport, you still have a few options.
These include flying to a nearby airport, then renting a car or taking the bus — and I’ll explain more below.
Mexico City to Huasteca Potosina
With so many international flights, it might be best for you to fly to Mexico City Airport (code: MEX), then make your way to La Huasteca Potosina over land to visit the region.
You can rent a car and drive, but know that Ciudad Valles, the largest city in La Huasteca, is about 368 miles (592 km) northeast of Mexico City.
The drive takes 10-12 hours, so you’d have to break it up over two days.
Traveling from San luis potosi to ciudad Valles by Car
When I visited with my husband, we took the bus from Mexico City to San Luis Potosí City, then rented the car and drove to La Huasteca Potosina.
The car rental company we used was Discover Cars, and you can check their rates and availability here.
The drive from San Luis Potosí City to Ciudad Valles takes about four hours in normal traffic.
Traveling from San luis potosi to ciudad Valles by bus
There are two bus companies that offer this trip, Oriente and Futura, and only a few trips each day.
I recommend booking your tickets via BusBud here to make sure you get a seat.
Tickets average about $40 USD per person each way ($80 USD round trip), and the bus stop is conveniently located in Downtown Ciudad Valles.
What is the closest airport to Huasteca Potosina?
The closest Huasteca Potosina airport is actually Tampico International Airport (code: TAM).
It is located in the city of Tampico, which is in Tamaulipas state, and bordering the United States.
In full disclosure, Tamaulipas isn’t known as one of the safest places in Mexico, which is why many don’t usually come from this airport.
Other airports near Huasteca Potosina include Queretaro International Airport (code: QRO) in Queretaro state, and San Luis Potosi International Airport (code: SLP).
Of the airports listed, I’d recommend you fly into SLP Airport.
From there, you can rent a car and drive to the Huasteca Potosina on a road trip without crossing state lines, which some rental car companies don’t allow.
Are there cenotes in San Luis Potosi?
No — While the Huasteca Potosina has powerful waterfalls, vast canyons, blue rivers, hot springs, a lush green landscape and cenote-like pools, it does not have actual cenotes.
When it comes to cenotes, there are a lot in Mexico!
The vast majority are located in the Yucatan Peninsula near the cities of Tulum, Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Valladolid and Merida.
What is the biggest waterfall in Huasteca Potosina?
The tallest Huasteca Potosina waterfall is Cascada de Tamul. It’s also usually the widest, though it gets pretty thin during the dry season in summer.
How tall is the Tamul waterfall?
One of the largest Mexico waterfalls, Cascada Tamul stands at an impressive 345-feet-tall (105 m).
While Tamul is one of the tallest waterfalls in Mexico, at 807-feet-tall (246 m), Basaseachic Falls is actually the largest.
This massive waterfall is located in the northern Mexico state of Chihuahua.
What are the caves in Huasteca Potosina?
The most famous Huasteca Potosina caves are the Cave of Swallows (Sotano de las Golondrinas), Huahuas Caves (Sotano de las Huahuas) and Mantetzulel Caves (Cuevas de Mantetzulel).
They’re all located near Aquísmon pueblo magico (magic town).
Of the three, the most-visited and most famous is the Cave of Swallows, which is actually the longest cave shaft on Earth.
Can you visit La Huasteca Potosina on your own?
Yes — You can visit on your own, or with one of these best Huasteca Potosina tours.
While they obviously cost more, tours make visiting La Huasteca Potosina San Luis Potosi safe, convenient and hassle-free for you.
In short: If you have the budget, group tours are a great option because all you have to do is show up and enjoy.
Is Huasteca Mexico safe?
Is Huasteca Potosina safe? is the #1 question I get, so let’s address it.
For the most part, yes, it is completely safe to visit Huasteca Potosina Mexico, and many people do (me included 😎).
If you’re a solo traveler concerned about safety, opt for the popular Hostal Casa Huasteca so you can easily make some travel buddies.
This is known as the best hostel in Ciudad Valles.
Is it safe to drive in Huasteca Potosina?
For the most part, yes, it is completely safe to drive in Huasteca Potosina Mexico, and in fact, most visitors do because public transportation is VERY limited.
I drove all over during my trip there, and always felt comfortable on the road.
They were mostly well-maintained, except a few waterfalls you have to access via dirt roads.
The one thing I will say is to avoid driving at night. We started our days early knowing we wanted to be back at our hotel by sunset (or right after sunset).
Is La Huasteca Potosina worth visiting?
If you want to have an absolute blast on an adventure in Mexico that includes waterfalls and natural places, then the Huasteca Potosina Region in the state of San Luis Potosi was made for you.
Also, as you probably already know, this place is gorgeous and will leave you in awe.
At first sight it will become apparent why this is one of the top destinations in Mexico for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Can you swim in Huasteca Potosina?
Yes — You can swim at the majority waterfalls in Huasteca Potosina. However, the one you can’t is Tamul (though you can swim in the nearby Cueva de Agua swimming holes).
Keep in mind that most of them require life vests to be worn at all times for your safety.
Some of them have strong currents, and most places don’t have lifeguards, so be sure to respect this rule.
Is the water cold in Huasteca Potosina?
It depends — Some visitors consider the water in Huasteca Potosina to be cold, while others would describe it as refreshing.
I visited in early-December and I’d say the water was cool; not cold.
While it was on the cooler side when we jumped in, we did warm up in about one minute.
I couldn’t find any info online that lists the actual water temperatures in Huasteca Potosina, but I’d estimate the water was about 70°F (21°C) when I visited.
What should I wear in Huasteca Potosina?
It probably goes without saying, but you’ll definitely want a few bathing suits — and for the waterfalls, these water shoes are a must.
The overall weather in La Huasteca is warm to hot during the day, and warm to cool at night.
Tank tops, shorts, sneakers, sundresses and sandals work well, and a light sweater at night.
What does Huasteca mean in English?
The word huasteca comes from the Nahuatl (Aztec) word kuextlan, which means “place of guajes.”
This word is pronounced as “wah-hays,” which is where the word “huastec” (pronounced “wass-tech”) comes from.
In Spanish, the word huastec is simply a term used to describe the indigenous people of Mexico who live in the La Huasteca Region.
How do you pronounce Huasteca Potosina?
Wondering about the Huasteca Potosina pronunciation? It’s a common question, so let’s clear it up — Huasteca Potosina is pronounced wass-tech-kah poe-toe-see-nah.
What’s the best time to visit La Huasteca Potosina?
January to March — If you want nice weather, little to no rain, and smaller crowds, these are the best months.
December is also nice weather-wise. However, the crowds tend to pick up a lot during Winter Break, Christmas and New Year’s when many people have off work and school.
🌡️ Huasteca Potosina Weather
What a lot of Huasteca Potosina guide articles don’t mention is that with its mild temperatures, La Huasteca can be a year-round destination.
Let’s dive a bit deeper to examine the pros and cons of visiting in the dry season vs wet season to discover YOUR best time to visit Huasteca Potosina.
Huasteca Potosina Dry Season: Winter and Spring
✅ Pros: Most people will tell you to visit Huasteca Potosina in December to March, and I agree because the weather will be pleasant.
In these months, you can expect warm temperatures and lower humidity.
🚫 Cons: Being in the dry season, the waterfalls usually aren’t as full.
In fact, some waterfalls like Cascada Salto del Agua and Tamul are somewhat nonexistent in the driest portions of the dry season (usually late-March to May).
Huasteca Potosina Rainy Season: Summer and Fall
✅ Pros: The rainy season is also the slow season in Huasteca Potosina.
This means you’ll usually get smaller crowds, and you might even have some waterfalls all to yourself.
You might also find a good deal on hotels in Ciudad Valles and lower prices on your rental car in Mexico during this slow travel time.
🚫 Cons: It’s not usually as pretty, and also rainy — and we’re talking heavy rainfall, not misty rain showers.
The weather in Huasteca Potosina in summer is also hot, humid and buggy.
However, the real reason summer is known as the worst time to visit Huasteca Potosina is because the heavy rains stir up the sediment that normally sits on the floor under the rivers.
This turns the normally-bright blue color of the water to a murky brown.
As the turquoise water here is a main draw, you’ll of course want to see it when it’s nice and bright blue.
How many days do I need in La Huasteca Potosina?
I think most travelers will want at least 4 days to 7 days to explore what’s known as one of the most unique regions within Mexico.
If you just want to see the top spots, like Tamul Waterfall, Micos Waterfall and Xilitla Surrealist Gardens, you’ll be fine with a 4 days in Huasteca Potosina itinerary.
However, the better question here is How long can you spend in Huasteca Potosina? — because there’s just so much to see and do in this area of Mexico.
If you have a full week, check out my ULTIMATE 7 Day Huasteca Potosina itinerary.
It will show you the exact route we took, as well as the numerous sites and waterfalls we visited in just one week.
My Final Thoughts on the Best Huasteca Potosina Waterfalls
We’ve reached the end of this guide to the Best Huasteca Potosina Waterfalls.
I hope you got all your questions answered — and you can now plan the most epic trip to this region within Mexico.
Need more tips on one of the best parts of Mexico?
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