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About High Falls on Muskoka

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This is a big waterfall, the most popular waterfall in Muskoka. It has been called the "Niagara of the North" by some, although I think that this is pushing it a little. The falls is formed where the north branch of the Muskoka River falls over a significant ridge of tilted gneiss.

The easiest spot to view the falls is from behind a wooden fence on the south side of the river. Lots of visitors eventually find the path that leads into the woods, most of the way down the side of the forested hill, and then out on to an exposed rock plantform in front of the falls. This cannot be accessed during high flow. In winter the gate can be closed, but visitors still access the site from the north via a short driveway from High Falls Road.

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Some Key Facts
Region Cottage
County Muskoka
Near Bracebridge
Watercourse Muskoka River (North Branch)
Watershed / % Lakes 3 / 13%
Ownership Town of Bracebridge
Landscape Suburban
Size Large
Type Cascade under Bridge
Modification Footbridge, Hydroelectric plant
Access Easy
Top / Bottom Easy / Moderate
Trail conditions Pavement, bare bedrock
Hiking Time 3 min
Coordinates 45.088,-79.302
Parking
45.0864,-79.2997
Site ID WOO.MUS.024
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This page last updated on April 20, 2024. Earlier versions can be examined on Archive.org, dating back to 2003.