Your hike at a glance
This is a past outing. These details are kept for reference.
- Date
- Saturday, 7 February 2026
- Departure
- 5:00 AM
- Difficulty
- Hard What levels mean
- Distance
- 2.5 mi round trip
- Cost
- Free to join
About this hike
Nonsuch Falls, tucked away in the rural community of Nonsuch in Portland, is Jamaica's tallest waterfall at 291 feet — standing even higher than Niagara Falls. It's a hidden gem managed by a local family, offering guided hikes through lush rainforest down to the base, where natural pools await. The trek is challenging but well worth it.
Is this hike right for you?
Every hike has a level from 1 (easiest) to 10 (toughest). If you're new, start around Level 1–4 and work up. See what each level means →
It's a hike, not a race: we move at the group's pace and take breaks together. Read the first-hike guide →
Arrive on time, bring water, and wear footwear suited to the terrain. Conditions can change quickly in the Jamaican hills — check the forecast the night before.
Meet our leaders and how we keep the group safe →
Joining Lifestyle Hikers is free. Most hikers carpool or meet us at the meeting point; for out-of-town hikes we usually arrange transport at a shared cost, shown above.