Hiking Grand Etang National Forest

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Mona Monkey

Grand Etang National Forest Reserve

Deposited next to Grand Etang lake near the trailhead, we paused for a bit of fresh air before I spotted a couple Mona monkeys up in the trees. They were just hanging out but approached when one of the guides produced a banana. Once came down while a gathering group of people snapped away. I imagine these monkeys could count on some yummy stuff from the guides on a regular basis because they were rather trusting. Given that we're genetically related, they are driven by the same burning curiosity, and hunger.

Muddy, Wet and Beautiful

Anyway, we hiked up a bit, then down a steep valley trail towards the heart of the Etang: a beautiful waterfall. On the way we passed banana, cocoa and nutmeg farms. The trail was muddy and slippery, but the sun peaked out once in a ahwile and the hike itself is very pleasant. The challenge is moderate, given the conditions, but passing under the jungle canopy is extraordinarily beautiful.

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Waterfall, Grenada

Nutmeg Seed, Grand Etang

At the end of the trail was this waterfall. Some native boys jumped off the waterfall for donations but I jumped off for free. It's hard to judge the height from this picture but it's about 30 feet. I did a swan dive but would have lost points for bending my knees before I sliced the water. We spent a few hours swimming around. Grenada is generally warm and the water refreshing. Go!

Tags Hiking, Waterfalls, Valleys, Parks