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Notable waterfall · Região Metropolitana do Sudoeste Maranhense, Maranhão

Capelão

Capelão is a waterfall in Região Metropolitana do Sudoeste Maranhense, Maranhão.

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Capelão: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this waterfall: Water flowing well · Low flow / trickle · Dry, no water · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Capelão

Season: July to January, best August to November right after rains; most dry up from February to June.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Capelão — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: -7.05034, -47.47719. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Capelão flowing now?

    No visitor has reported the water flow status for Capelão yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Capelão?

    July to January, best August to November right after rains; most dry up from February to June. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Capelão?

    Nearby: Farinha River (river spot, 37 km), Caverna (waterfall, 2 km), Pedra Caida (waterfall, 5 km), Cachoeira do Dodô (waterfall, 8 km), Mansinha Falls (waterfall, 9 km), Portal da Chapada das Mesas (viewpoint, 21 km).

    Is Capelão worth visiting?

    Capelão is listed as a notable waterfall in Maranhão on Spotwander.