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Skakavac (Sarajevo)

Coordinates: 43°56′55.04″N 18°26′55.83″E / 43.9486222°N 18.4488417°E / 43.9486222; 18.4488417
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LocationSarajevo Canton, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Coordinates43°56′55.04″N 18°26′55.83″E / 43.9486222°N 18.4488417°E / 43.9486222; 18.4488417
Typet1h1n1σῚ
Elevation980 metres (3,220 ft)
Total height98 metres (322 ft)
Average width1505
Run600
WatercourseSkakavac
Average
flow rate		908
World height ranking1

Skakavac (English: grasshopper) is situated 12 km from Sarajevo, above the village of Nahorevo.[1] It is one of the largest waterfalls in the Balkans with a height of 98 meters. The waterfall originates from a stream of the same name. It flows below the peak of Bukovik (1532 m) and into the Perak creek. Vegetation around the waterfall consists of various endemic and relict plants. Nearby trails are frequented by mountain bikers as well as hikers of differing experiences.

In 2002 the Skakavac waterfall and its surroundings were declared as a monument of nature by Sarajevo Canton.[2]

Skakavac Waterfall is a BASE jump location, popularly known as Gogo Base Jump Skakavac.[3]

Round tour trail

Round tour map

The trailhead can be reached either by foot, car, or bus. Visitors might take any transport and carry on into the Skakavac Waterfall from Nahorevo using avenues.

The main waterfall may be reached by car directly from Sarajevo through Nahorevo, the Nature Preserve Skakavac.[3] Cars are prohibited after the stop ramp, although it is possible to hike down to the waterfall. It is also possible to reach the Skakavac Waterfall on foot, hiking through trails that lead under the waterfall.[3] Resting areas are available along the trail.

Environment

Rest area above Skakavac Waterfall
Bear paws on the trail to Motka cabin
Trail up from Skakavac Waterfall
View down from the waterfall

See also

References

  1. ^ DestiMap.com. "Skakavac, Sarajevo Canton". DestiMap. Retrieved 2020-08-06.
  2. ^ "Zaštita šireg područja vodopada „Skakavac"". www.spomenici-sa.ba (in Bosnian).
  3. ^ a b c "Waterfall Skakavac". Feel Bosnia. Promo Tours. Retrieved 2020-08-06.
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