Una Waterfalls Trail, Martin Brod

The Una Waterfalls Trail at Martin Brod follows the upper Una river in the far northwest of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the Una National Park area near Bihać. Martin Brod lies about an hour by car from Bihać, and visitors usually drive to the village and park near the river; no permit is needed for walking the paths, though entry fees may apply at some park sites, so visitors should check locally. The walk covers about 6 km, takes two to three hours and is essentially flat, which makes it an easy outing for first-time hikers and families. Surfaces are a mix of dirt paths, gravel tracks, wooden walkways and short stretches of stone beside the water. The route is partly shaded by riverside trees, but open meadow sections can be hot in midsummer. The river drops over a series of tufa waterfalls and cascades, and the landscape is known for its turquoise water, small islands and old water mills. Walkers pass the village's mills and wooden bridges, and the main attraction is the largest fall in the area, with clear views from marked paths. Reasonable turn-around points are any of the bridges or viewpoints, as the trail can be shortened freely. Water from the river is not a safe supply without treatment, but cafes and small restaurants in Martin Brod sell drinks and local trout dishes. There are no mountain huts, though guesthouses and camping options exist in the village and nearby. Swimming is popular in warm weather in suitable spots, but currents and slippery rock mean visitors should take care, particularly with children. As elsewhere in the region, hikers should stay on established paths and not wander into unmarked scrub or forest because of residual mine risk from the 1990s conflict.