Skakavac, Sarajevo

Skakavac (English: grasshopper) is a waterfall located about 12 km from Sarajevo, north of the city center above the village of Nahorevo.[1] It is one of the largest waterfalls in the Balkans with a height of 98 meters. It originates from a stream of the same name which flows below the peak of Bukovik (1532 m), and flows 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.

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

In 2000 the Skakavac waterfall and its surroundings was 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 by bike. 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.[4] Cars are prohibited after the stop ramp although it is possible to hike down to the waterfall. It is possible to reach the Skakavac Waterfall on foot, hiking through trails that lead under the waterfall.[5] 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. B-online.ba. "Waterfall Skakavac - Feel Bosnia". feelbosnia.com. Retrieved 2020-08-06.
  4. B-online.ba. "Waterfall Skakavac - Feel Bosnia". feelbosnia.com. Retrieved 2020-08-06.
  5. B-online.ba. "Waterfall Skakavac - Feel Bosnia". feelbosnia.com. Retrieved 2020-08-06.
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