More challenging routes for the experienced hiker
Moderate trails will confront the hiking enthusiast with sections that are more challenging with some steeper slopes of up to 1,000 feet of elevation change. Steps will typically be found only on the steepest grades and bridges only found on larger rivers difficult to wade across.
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Boeri Lake - Roseau Valley

Victoria Falls - East

Chemin L’Etang - East

Middleham Falls - Roseau Valley

Sari Sari Falls

Syndicate to Portsmouth

Morne Anglais Trail

Morne Crabier

Boeri Lake - Roseau Valley

Boeri Lake

Length: 1.25 mile
Duration: 1.5 hours

This trail in the World Heritage Site takes you past hot and cold springs gushing from the side of Morne Macaque, past crystal clear streams, through old gardens and montane forest. The lake sits at an elevation of 2,800 ft and covers some four acres. It is located in the crater of an old volcano in which Morne Macaque (also known locally as Morne Micotrin) was formed, separating Boeri from Freshwater Lake. Boeri Lake is almost circular in shape and at least 117 ft deep. Fed by rainfall and runoff, the water level varies with the seasons, reaching its highest point between October and December. Walk up the ridge to Boeri Lake for some superb panoramic views of Dominica. The hike to Boeri Lake begins at Freshwater Lake and is a moderate 1-1/4 mile walk. The path is rocky and can be slippery, especially in the rain.

Victoria Falls - East

Victoria Falls

Length: 0.4 miles
Duration: 45 minutes

Access to this dramatic waterfall is from the village of Delices. The waterfall is 165 ft in height and flows into the White River which is sourced from the Boiling Lake. Traversing trail paths, crossing rivers, and climbing rocks - both large and small is part of what makes this hike interesting. However, one has to be cautious because of flash floods, and a guide is highly recommended.

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Chemin L’Etang - East

Chemin L’Etang - East

Length: 2.5 miles
Duration: 1.5-2 hours 

This cross-island trail goes from Rosalie on the east coast to the Freshwater Lake (Chemin L’Etang, means Lake Road). Hiking this trail, you will retrace the original Kalinago track across the island, which for many years was the main east-west route. The dirt road rises gently at first, taking you through the small village of Grand Fond past fruit trees to a river crossing. It then becomes a narrow track, switch-backing steeply across the rainforest covered mountainside. Along the way, imagine how arduous a climb this must have been for those heavily laden Kalinagos – and how welcome the sight of Freshwater Lake must have been at the top!

Middleham Falls - Roseau Valley

Middleham Falls

An hour and half "intermediate" hike will lead you into the heart of the rainforest of the Morne Trois Piton National Park. There you will find a fascinating variety of trees, plants and shrubs. With a view of the falls in the distance, you will feel a cool spray of water on your body.

The falls are striking, with a narrow stream dropping about 200 ft. from a keyhole notch in the lip of the cliff. The pool beneath the falls is swimmable, though a bit chilly!

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Sari Sari Falls

Sari Sari Falls - Southeast

Length: 2 miles
Duration: 1.5 hours

Sari-Sari Falls is located on the east coast within the village of La Plaine, and starts with a steep incline to the bed of the Sari-Sari River. The trail traverses along the river bed, crossing several times. The exact path you travel depends on the flow of the river. Care must be taken as the trail can be slippery when wet. Sari-Sari is a beautiful waterfall, but most of its appeal is its location on the remote Atlantic side of the island.

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Syndicate to Portsmouth

Syndicate to Portsmouth - Northwest

Length: 4.97 miles
Duration: 2.5 hours 

This trail follows the course of the Picard River as it descends towards Portsmouth. This magnificent rainforest is home to the rare indigenous Sisserou (Amazona imperialis), Dominica’s National Bird, and the Jaco (Amaxona arausiaca) parrots, which you are likely to hear and possibly see. From overlooking the ravine, the trail descends to the river itself, which is crossed frequently as it tumbles down towards the town of Portsmouth. The trail was used by the Maroons in the nineteenth century on their raids against the British troops at Fort Shirley. The trail leaves the rainforest and passes through plantations before ending at the main road at the entrance to Portsmouth.

Morne Anglais Trail

Morne Anglais Trail - Southwest

Duration: 3 hours 

If you are looking for a challenging hike that is very rewarding – this is it. This trail has some of the most spectacular views of the island! At almost 4,000 ft, Morne Anglais is one of the tallest mountains in the south. The hike starts from the village of Giraudel, renowned for its flower growers, and climbs from around 1,789 ft to the summit. Care must be taken as the trail can be very muddy. Though the trail to the top is well-defined, the start of it isn't, and a guide is recommended.

Morne Crabier

Morne Crabier - Southwest

Duration: 2 hours 

This old trail is one of several which connect estates above the southern village of Scott's Head. It will take you up to about 1,400 ft and over Morne Crabier. The trail starts from the main road to Gallion, at Morne Patate, and comes out above Scott's Head.

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