What other travelers are saying about Utsue Forty-Eight Waterfalls Prefectural Park
Way more beautiful than we expected. We only scheduled an hour and only made it about 1/3 of the way to the top (plenty of stopping for pictures). Highly recommended if you have a car to get here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A full hike to see all the waterfalls generally takes about 3 to 4 hours, depending on your pace and how long you stop to enjoy each site.
The park is especially popular during the autumn months when the foliage is changing colors, but it's also beautiful and less crowded in the spring when the water flow is at its peak.
Visitors are advised to stay on marked trails to protect the natural habitat and ensure safety. Always check the weather forecast before heading out, as the trails can become slippery when wet.
Wonderful experience and with waterfalls accompanying the hike. Comfortable footwear recommended as the path can be quite uneven, with quite a lot of stairs(rocky) to conquer.
It’s so soothing to be in the nature.
After the descent, we went into the visitor center to rest, there is free tea available.
The employee at the visitor center was very hospitable and he made us feel very comfortable. Thank you!
A true hidden gem! My 4 years old can go up to level 9 (out of 13 level). The trail is challenging enough to be fun for everyone 4-60 years old.
Ticket cost 200 yen for adults and 100 yen for kids. Plenty of parking space.
Beautiful area! We visited just the other day, and the snow was knee-deep, so we only went halfway up. No other people there at all. (March 18, 2024) Bring boots if you’re going to attempt this in the winter months.
Well maintained trails to 13 waterfalls. Beautiful and serene. Total path is 1.6 miles and took us an hour. A little steep in parts but totally doable.
