Mountain and nature lovers must know Enchanted Canyon amazing place hidden inside in the province Alicante In this idyllic setting Salt GorgeAn authentic oasis of clear and cold waters, perfect for a good dip in the summer.
This natural pool it is surrounded by rock walls and has a larger waterfall and multiple smaller waterfalls. There is also a lot of vegetation around the pool that provides shade on hot days in late summer.
How to get to Gorg del Salt, the jewel of Barranco de la Encantada?
If you want to reach The pool of Barranco de la Encantada From Alicante you have to take the A-7. After passing Alcoy and Cocentaina, take exit 62 towards Muro de Alcoy – Benimarfull. Then you should take the CV-700 and get on the Planes. It passes the town of Planes and at the roundabout at the end of town take the second exit to continue again on the CV-700. Next, you need to take a left turn, marked with a sign indicating the direction to the natural area of Barranc de l’Encantada.
From this point we will wander along a forest road parallel to the river. The trail is quite narrow at first but then widens. There you can get out of the car and walk the small path to the natural pool.
Tips for bathing in the Barranco de la Encantada pool
In order to both walk on the path that takes you to the pool and to bathe later without any mishaps, suitable shoes. In the first part, you should wear mountain shoes or sports shoes that hold the foot well. Forget flip-flops as they can be dangerous. When diving, remember that the rocks are wet and very slippery, so it is best to wear crab shoes or booties to avoid possible slipping. You will also be able to walk much more comfortably than walking barefoot.
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if you go kids You should never overlook them, because although they can set foot at some points, there is more depth at some points.
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There are shaded areas around the pool, but it’s always a good idea to bring a walking cap and sunscreen. Also, as is often the case in natural pools or pools, the water is very cold so it is recommended to bring spare clothing.
Walking after diving
If you want to combine hiking and bath you can get up early and take a good dip in the pool first thing in the morning using the hiking route through the mountain pass. The route is not very difficult. It is a circular path of 12 kilometers that will allow you to walk for about 4-5 hours. If you choose the route, it is better to avoid walking during the central hours of the day to avoid possible heatstroke. Pack water, food, a sun hat, and sunscreen in your backpack. You should also wear suitable shoes for walking in the mountains.