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Erin-Ijesha Waterfalls
Erin-Ijesha, Osun State · South West
Photograph: Coolambrose · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
A multi-tier waterfall at Erin-Ijesha, climbed in stages up the hillside.
Why it matters
A stepped waterfall in Osun State climbed level by level, long used by the Erin-Ijesha community.
History
Also known as Olumirin Waterfall, the falls at Erin-Ijesha descend in a series of tiers through forested hillside. Visitors climb between levels on rock steps and informal paths.
Local stories and traditions
Local tradition connects the falls with the founding of Erin-Ijesha and with movement out of the old Oyo territory.
What visitors can experience
- Climb between the successive levels
- Pools at each stage
- Forest approach
Responsible travel
The rock is slippery at every level — climb with a guide, and take litter back out with you.
Visitors should follow local guidance and community protocols. Do not enter restricted sacred areas, remove artefacts, disturb wildlife or damage archaeological remains.
Location
Erin-Ijesha, Osun State
Reached by road from Ilesa; the climb between tiers is steep and unsurfaced.
Coordinates confirmed.
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Record last reviewed 2026-08-01 · Reviewed. Where historical accounts differ, we say so rather than presenting one version as settled.
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