Santiago Comaltepec, Oaxaca and its Fog Waterfall

This video transports you to Santiago Comaltepec, a Chinantec village in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca, home to the spectacular Cascada de Niebla ecotourism center. Cascada de Niebla, Sierra Norte of Oaxaca Origin of the Name: It's called this because, on windy days, the fog descends the mountains, mimicking the sound of a waterfall [03:03]. Height: The main waterfall has an impressive drop of 53 meters [05:42]. Suspension Bridge: To reach it, you cross a wooden suspension bridge about 30 meters long, located approximately 20 meters above the stream [01:34]. Access: The entrance fee is $100 pesos per person and includes a guide who accompanies you on the tour [03:43]. Nature and Fauna Mesophilic Forest: The area is a very dense cloud forest (mesophilic), with pines, oaks, and a large amount of moss [01:59]. Wildlife: Being a transition zone to the rainforest, it is home to animals such as jaguars, pumas, ocelots, wild boars, and deer [04:01]. There are even signs with instructions on what to do in case of an encounter with these felines [02:07]. Culture and Gastronomy Identity: The inhabitants are proudly Chinantec, and the town is located at an altitude of approximately 2,800 meters [06:32]. Traditional Food: The traditional dish is beef stew with smoked or sun-dried meat [06:56]. The patron saint festival is celebrated on July 24th and 25th. Viewpoints and Activities Hiking: You can climb the side rocks to get almost to the waterfall and feel the spray up close [10:14]. The Viewpoint: At the top (kilometer 108 of the highway) there is a restaurant and a viewpoint with spectacular views that, on clear days, allow you to see towards Valle Nacional and the Tuxtepec area [15:02]. It is an ideal destination for those looking for mountain hiking, fresh air, and landscapes that seem straight out of a movie, just 3 hours from the city of Oaxaca. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ME on Social Media =) Instagram:   / lenin_pineda_c   Facebook:   / leninpinedac   TikTok:   / lenin_pineda_c   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT ME: I'm Lenin Pineda, passionate about nature travel and creating videos. I love documenting waterfalls, rivers, caves, cenotes, animals, and everything related to nature. I was born in Oaxaca, a beautiful state in southern Mexico surrounded by diverse ecosystems, culture, and traditions. My dream is to explore and document nature in many places in Mexico and around the world. Thank you so much for supporting my dream! https://www.youtube.com/@Lenin_Pineda... #oaxaca #sierranorte #leninpineda #pueblosdeoaxaca