Facebook GroupThis is a small waterfall that has been partly altered by an concrete dam across its top. One wonders how pretty this would have been before construction of the dam (?). It's still a pleasant spot. The waterfall is 3 to 4 m in height, and about 10 m wide.
The bedrock at Flinton is dominated by darker textured rock, which is likely either amphibolite or metamorphosed volcanic flows. This is similar to what you see at Price Rapids (I think!). This is in contrast to the lighter-toned granite and gneiss that is common through much of the Canadian Shield. Geologists consider these to be part of the Flinton Group, which is also exposed at Price Rapids and Cordova Falls.
A short trail from the parking lot leads to a spot overlooking the top of the falls. Getting further downstream is challenging and not recommended, as the concrete remains of an old dam structure get in your way, as do some short but steep drop offs. Some visitors have found their way downstream through the woods and pop out in front of the falls, but this is a lot of work.
| Region | Eastern |
|---|---|
| County | Lennox and Addington |
| Near | Flinton |
| Watercourse | Skootamatta River |
| Watershed / % Lakes | 3 / 20% |
| Ownership | Town of Addington Highlands |
| Landscape | Rural |
| Size | Small |
| Type | Cascade with Dam |
| Modification | Water Control Dam |
| Access | Easy |
| Top / Bottom | Easy / Difficult |
| Trail conditions | Dirt, uneven ground |
| Hiking Time | 2 min |
| Coordinates | 44.6931,-77.2123 |
| Parking | 44.6923,-77.2118  |
| Site ID | WOO.LEN.004 |
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