Rio On Pools on Postcard

"While much of Belize is tropical, at a slightly higher altitude in the west of the country, you can also find an idyllic pine forest with naturally formed swimming holes fed by crystal-clear waterfalls. Located in the Cayo District, the area is noteworthy for its evergreen trees and the granite Mountain Pine Ridge. It is also home to wildlife, including cougars, jaguars, ocelots, white-nosed coatis, and Baird's tapirs. Spend the afternoon sunbathing on the rocks or cooling off by exploring the different pools. The Rio On Pools are accessed by a short walk from the designated parking area off the main road. Signage and directions can be a bit tricky, and you may want to arrange for a driver or guide who is knowledgeable about the area to lead you to this surprising corner of the country. To learn more about the many adventures waiting in the seven regions of Belize, visit travelbelize.org . Sponsored by Belize"

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AJ Miller

Google

Wow, this place was awesome and free. Newer highway made it ultra easy. Wish we brought camping gear to camp near or along highway. Everything about this area was awesome. If you see my photos and want to go there just head down river, but be careful. Some rocks are slippery, especially after rains.

Jess Plummer

Google

So beautiful! The perfect place to relax and swim on a hot, humid day. Bring lots of water and sunscreen, there is no drinking water here and lots of sun exposure. Parking is free. It's about a 5 minute, easy walk from the car to the pools.

Rebecca Miniscalco

Google

The pools are great, didn't go into the restroom closet to the pools themselves, so I can't speak to those, but the ones near the picnic area are gross and not functional or maintained. Nice that there are changing rooms near the pools you can use, just recommend using a bathroom before or after visiting

Jon Forshee

Google

Took about 45 minutes from San Ignacio by private car. The place is nice and secluded. Honestly I expected a bit more. The water was VERY brown supposedly from the recent rains. The rocks that are under water are EXTREMELY slippery with algae! I hurt my wrist slightly trying to brace myself moving thru the different pools. Overall I would think twice about coming back unless I knew in advance the water conditions. There are areas where you can put out a blanket and have a picnic. Entrance and parking is free.

Joenell Guy (Joe Guy)

Google

Nice natural Pools to take a dip and enjoy the summer weather with the family, very easily accessible just be aware it might get crowded. only down fall are the changing rooms really need some attentions in keeping them clean since some people dont respect what they are and use them as bathrooms

Jodi Sharp

Google

Absolutely gorgeous. It was pretty busy, but there's so much space along the river you could still find a spot that was private. There are no vendors or anything (so bring your own snacks), but changing rooms are provided. Lots of parking space along the road and just a short walk into the pools. A wonderful thing to do on a hot day.

Helen

Google

we had a rental car and pulled up on a rainy day. The view was pretty! I wish there was more parking. There was a bathroom that was in need of maintenance. It was full of poo and did not flush. There were a few pieces of trash that I picked up and carried out with me. The rocks are a bit slippery in places.There is no entrance fee.

Crystal Baker

Google

Great Place to take the family that is an easy walk, change rooms and bathrooms close to water. Rocks are slippery but it's a water activity out doors so as expected. Small waterfall where we were and that particular area was always packed so if u want to relax near the falls best go early. However the garbage people leave behind is gross. Beyond gross. I dont expect it to stay free if someone has to continue to go clean it up.

AJ Miller

Google

Wow, this place was awesome and free. Newer highway made it ultra easy. Wish we brought camping gear to camp near or along highway. Everything about this area was awesome. If you see my photos and want to go there just head down river, but be careful. Some rocks are slippery, especially after rains.

Jess Plummer

Google

So beautiful! The perfect place to relax and swim on a hot, humid day. Bring lots of water and sunscreen, there is no drinking water here and lots of sun exposure. Parking is free. It's about a 5 minute, easy walk from the car to the pools.

Rebecca Miniscalco

Google

The pools are great, didn't go into the restroom closet to the pools themselves, so I can't speak to those, but the ones near the picnic area are gross and not functional or maintained. Nice that there are changing rooms near the pools you can use, just recommend using a bathroom before or after visiting

Jon Forshee

Google

Took about 45 minutes from San Ignacio by private car. The place is nice and secluded. Honestly I expected a bit more. The water was VERY brown supposedly from the recent rains. The rocks that are under water are EXTREMELY slippery with algae! I hurt my wrist slightly trying to brace myself moving thru the different pools. Overall I would think twice about coming back unless I knew in advance the water conditions. There are areas where you can put out a blanket and have a picnic. Entrance and parking is free.

Joenell Guy (Joe Guy)

Google

Nice natural Pools to take a dip and enjoy the summer weather with the family, very easily accessible just be aware it might get crowded. only down fall are the changing rooms really need some attentions in keeping them clean since some people dont respect what they are and use them as bathrooms

Jodi Sharp

Google

Absolutely gorgeous. It was pretty busy, but there's so much space along the river you could still find a spot that was private. There are no vendors or anything (so bring your own snacks), but changing rooms are provided. Lots of parking space along the road and just a short walk into the pools. A wonderful thing to do on a hot day.

Helen

Google

we had a rental car and pulled up on a rainy day. The view was pretty! I wish there was more parking. There was a bathroom that was in need of maintenance. It was full of poo and did not flush. There were a few pieces of trash that I picked up and carried out with me. The rocks are a bit slippery in places.There is no entrance fee.

Crystal Baker

Google

Great Place to take the family that is an easy walk, change rooms and bathrooms close to water. Rocks are slippery but it's a water activity out doors so as expected. Small waterfall where we were and that particular area was always packed so if u want to relax near the falls best go early. However the garbage people leave behind is gross. Beyond gross. I dont expect it to stay free if someone has to continue to go clean it up.

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