Menchum Falls- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

Menchum Falls, located approximately 20 kilometers south of Wum and 30 kilometers north of Bafut in Cameroon's Northwest Region, is a notable natural feature of the Menchum River. The waterfall cascades over a series of rocky steps, creating a series of rapids and pools. The area is characterized by steep valleys and fast-flowing streams, resulting from volcanic activity in the region. The Menchum River drains the Oku-Kom highlands, which have an elevation of 2,400 meters around Lake Oku, falling to about 800 meters at Mbonkissu to the west of Fundong. The Menchum Falls have potential for hydroelectric power generation, with plans for a dam and 90MW hydroelectric power plant on the river. However, the access road to the falls is rough, and the viewing site is not well maintained. The area is also vulnerable to soil erosion due to land clearances for farming and grazing. Efforts are being made to reforest the valley.