Pay entrance fees at the office on the side of the road. They will give you instructions to reach the trail head. It’s a 2 km drive further down.
Hike details:
5 miles total in and out with 700 ft elevation gain.
Difficulty: Moderate
Can you swim in water? – Yes
Shade: 75% shaded
Can you see waterfalls without hiking?
Yes – There is horse back ride to reach waterfalls. There is also an option to hire a jeep on your return path. These things can be availed at the office.
Eco Termales Hot Springs
This is like a secret hot spring, hidden in the forests. Need to drive 7 km through unpaved road to reach here.
Entrance fee: $5 per person (They may charge higher, but you can do some bargaining). Its basically public hot springs managed by some locals.
Drive back to San Jose– 3-4 hours depending on traffic.