Facebook GroupThere are two small waterfalls in Gananoque, both of which are found at either ends of Confederation Park. The upper falls is far more accessible, and can be viewed from the park's expansive grassy areas on either side of the river.
The lower falls is found under and just below the bridge for King St (Hwy 2). Looking down from the bridge, you can see a more irregularly shaped falls, formed by a resistant layer of limestone (or dolostone). Access to river level poses some challenges; not that it is difficult to reach, but the area under the bridges is not well developed.
A footbridge (former railway bridge?) that crosses just downstream may give a better view, although it is still fairly high up. The bridge was closed for maintenance when I visited. This lower falls is perhaps more interesting, but it is much harder to visit.
Neither of these waterfalls are all that impressive or attractive on their own. But a visit is warranted, as the little town park is attractive and the dam is interesting. I know that flow can decrease dramatically during summer; my photos were taken in January, 2024.
Even though the falls are modest, they form what is also arguably another one of Ontario's 'waterfall towns'; if your partner doesn't like waterfalling, score points by letting them walk the quaint stores of downtown Gananoque. The falls are about 2-3 blocks from the downtown strip.
| Region | Eastern |
|---|---|
| County | Leeds and Grenville |
| Near | Gananoque |
| Watercourse | Gananoque River |
| Watershed / % Lakes | 3 / 23% |
| Ownership | Town of Gananoque |
| Landscape | Urban |
| Size | Small |
| Type | Cascade |
| Modification | Bridges, debris |
| Access | Easy |
| Top / Bottom | Easy to View / Difficult |
| Trail conditions | Pavement, Dirt Trail |
| Hiking Time | 3 min |
| Coordinates | 44.3271,-76.1643 |
| Parking | 44.3266,-76.1647  |
| Site ID | WOO.LEE.004 |
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