10 Waterfalls in Ontario

There’s something pretty magical about waterfalls – they make us feel happy, and peaceful, and good about being out in nature.  In fact, a quick google search shows many articles talking about negative ions, found in abundance at waterfalls, boost our seratonin, create positive vibes and lift our spirits.  Check out WebMD here.  Here is a list of 10 Waterfalls in Ontario:

10 Waterfalls in Ontario

1. Niagara Falls

Location: Niagara Falls, Ontario
Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/zZXJFWgqpG6AaiVL7

Niagara Falls is on the Canada/US border and consists of 3 waterfalls – American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and the Horseshoe Falls.  These falls have the world’s highest flow rate – about 28 million litres of water travel down the falls every second!  Niagara Falls is a hydropower source that produces about one-fourth of the electricity for the province of Ontario and the state of New York.

2. Decew Falls

Location: St. Catharines, Ontario
Google Maps link:  https://goo.gl/maps/83h8phtj3WKkZeKV6

DeCew Falls is a Niagara Region waterfall located near St. Catharines, Ontario.  It is a 21m waterfall below the historical Morningstar Mill and is often said to be the prettiest waterfall in Ontario!

3. Beamers Falls

Location: Grimsby, Ontario
Google Maps link:  https://goo.gl/maps/TUiC4EGYrEGTfuBb9

Beamers Falls is a cascade type waterall on Forty Mile Creek.  A cascade waterfall is when the water generally stays in contact with the rock as it’s flowing downwards.

4. Albion Falls

Location: Hamilton, Ontario
Google Maps link:  https://goo.gl/maps/idK3MSRZCX6Lho4g6

Albion Falls is the main waterfall in Hamilton’s east end, with 2 viewing platforms.  

5. Smokey Hollow Waterfall

Location: Waterdown, Ontario
Google Maps link:  https://goo.gl/maps/DMtdAkPuypjJJxyx8

Smokey Hollow waterfall is a beautiful ribbon waterfall that flows from Grindstone Creek in Waterdown.  It is also known as Grindstone Falls, Waterdown Falls or Great Falls.  It’s about 10 tall and once used to power a saw mill.  There’s a viewing platform and you can also hike down a steep hill to reach the bottom of the falls.

10 Waterfalls in Ontario

7. Secord Falls

Location: Near Sudbury, Ontario
Google Maps link:  https://goo.gl/maps/D3e2kKtXqNrcwqNv6

Secord Falls is a beautiful waterfall and rapids just off the Trans-Canada Highway near Sudbury.  

8. Chippewa Falls

Location: Near Batchawana Bay, Ontario
Google Maps link:  https://goo.gl/maps/AFkQerMDM6YtJYPW9

Chippewa Falls is located right along the Trans-Canada Highway just north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.  There are many sets of falls at this spot with a total drop of 20 meters.  

9. Kakabeka Falls

Location: Near Thunder Bay, Ontario
Google Maps link:  https://goo.gl/maps/otVwnCxSbX3Pys6i6

Kakabeka Falls is located right on the Trans Canada Highway, just outside of Thunder Bay. This amazing waterfall is inside a provincial park, and has the most beautiful natural setting. The falls are 40 meters tall, are the 2nd largest in Ontario and have been nicknamed “Niagara of the North”.

10. Raleigh Falls

Location: Near Kenora, Ontario
Google Maps link:  https://goo.gl/maps/wURBUqhREc8k5rBE6

Raleigh Falls  is a hidden gem just off the Trans Canada Highway near Kenora, Ontario.  It’s easy to miss as it’s marked as a rest area along the highway. 

10 Watersfalls in Ontario

And there you have it.  10 beautiful waterfalls in Ontario.  If you’d like to view more waterfalls, click here for a YouTube playlist devoted solely to waterfalls all across Canada.  For more Ontario travel destinations click here.