Cueva de Gato & The Waterfalls of the "Lost Mountain"

Due to the recent heavy rains, nature has put on a show for us! We are heading to the Serranía de Ronda to catch the rivers and waterfalls at their most powerful.
This is a Circular Route that takes us from the historic white village of Montejaque (which means "Lost Mountain" in Arabic) down to the station of Benaoján.

### TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• The Cueva del Gato (Cat's Cave): We will visit this famous Natural Monument. After the rains, the water explodes out of the cave mouth, creating loud, thundering waterfalls and crystal-clear pools.
• The Hidden Waterfalls: The finale of the hike is the Nacimiento de los Cascajales. Usually a quiet stream, right now it is a "grand spectacle" of multiple waterfalls and rapids joining the river.
• The Views: We start with a zigzag ascent on ancient cobblestone paths to the Ermita de la Escarihuela, offering panoramic views over the mountains.
• The Terrain: Unlike other steep mountain hikes, this route is largely downhill or flat, passing through olive groves, meadows, and along the riverbank of the Guadiaro.

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### TRAIL STATS

• Difficulty: Moderate (Low)
• Distance: 11.45 km.
• Elevation: +366m Gain
• Time: Approx 5 - 6 hours (Relaxed group pace with stops for photos/tapas).
• Type: Linear Route.

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### LOGISTICS & TRANSPORT

Meeting Point 1 (Van Pickup):
9:00 AM outside
Carrefour Express
Calle Reding 10
Malagueta - Malaga

Meeting Point 2 (Trailhead):
11:00 AM at Montejaque Cemetery Parking.

### 💰 COST

Option A: 🚙 Van Service (All Inclusive) - €35

• Includes transport from Malagueta, guiding, and logistics.
• Limited to 8 seats.

Option B: 🚗 Self-Drive - €15

• Meet us at Montejaque.

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### 🎒 WHAT TO BRING

• Hiking Boots: Essential. The ancient cobblestones can be slippery when wet.
• Rain Jacket: Just in case!
• Warm Layers: It can get very cold at this times of the year
• Water & Snacks: For the trail.
• Packed Lunch: we will stop for lunch midway.

👇 HOW TO BOOK: RSVP here and message me if you want a place in the minibus