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About Burks Falls

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Unfortunately, there really is no natural waterfall at Burk's Falls. This may not always have been the case, but today, the falls consists of a boulder rapids and a small dam. There is some bedrock at the left base of the dam.

If you are looking for real waterfalls, Burk's Falls isn't one of them. But I've still included it here because many people see this on the map and wonder about it. And even though there may not be a rock fall, it's still a pleasant pit stop with falling water.

The town's Heritage Walk starts here, and a nice wooden footbridge over the rapids provides a decent spot to get out and get a stretch.

Some Key Facts
Region Cottage
County Parry Sound
Near Burk's Falls
Watercourse Magnetawan River
Watershed / % Lakes 3 / 12%
Ownership Town of Burks Falls
Landscape Urban
Size Very Small
Type Boulder-choked Cascade with Dam
Modification Water Level Control Dam
Access Easy
Top / Bottom Easy to view / Easy to view
Trail conditions Paved
Hiking Time 2 min
Coordinates 45.6198,-79.4115
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45.6197,-79.4121
Site ID WOO.PAR.007
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This page last updated on April 20, 2024. Earlier versions can be examined on Archive.org, dating back to 2003.