Cachoeira do Rio Piraí is a waterfall located near Joinville, Santa Catarina, tucked away along the Estrada do Salto in the Vila Nova neighborhood.

The site sits within the grounds of the historic Usina Hidrelétrica Piraí, a hydroelectric plant belonging to Celesc that dates to 1909, lending the area both natural beauty and historical character. The falls are roughly 13.

5 kilometers from Vila Nova — about a 33-minute drive along a quiet rural road — and are known for their crystal-clear waters and lush surrounding scenery.

Visitors often remark that the landscape feels more reminiscent of the Swiss Alps than southern Brazil, making it a striking natural retreat within easy reach of Joinville.