
Tiered travertine waterfalls, emerald-turquoise lakes and wooden boardwalks offer endlessly compositional variety—wide panoramas, intimate cascades, and reflections. Best at sunrise or late afternoon for warm light and fewer visitors; autumn and spring bring dramatic color and flow, winter yields icy formations. Park entry is timed and paid (buy tickets in advance for high season); several entrances and paid parking; expect wet shoes on boardwalks and some steep trails. Respect protected rules—d

Tiered travertine waterfalls, emerald-turquoise lakes and wooden boardwalks offer endlessly compositional variety—wide panoramas, intimate cascades, and reflections. Best at sunrise or late afternoon for warm light and fewer visitors; autumn and spring bring dramatic color and flow, winter yields icy formations. Park entry is timed and paid (buy tickets in advance for high season); several entrances and paid parking; expect wet shoes on boardwalks and some steep trails. Respect protected rules—d