Facebook GroupAside from High Falls (and maybe Twin Falls), this is probably the largest of the falls in the Manitouwadge area. It is accessible on foot, but the roads and trails in the area are not for the faint of heart. I haven't visited yet, and don't want to give directions until I know that the route is safe. Bryce Dube and I attemped to reach this site in the middle of May, but the snow was just too deep and so we turned back.
This is one of a number of waterfalls around the Manitouwadge area. Some of these falls are awesome! Others are good, and still others are quite small (eg. rapids), but still picturesque. Finding these waterfalls is a challenge, however, and not for inexperienced adventurers.
The Town of Manitouwadge put out a guide pamphlet a number of years ago. It is still available online at https://www.manitouwadge.ca/tourism/attractions/waterfalls-rapids/ This includes directions to all of the falls.
The problem here is that many of the roads outside of Manitouwadge are of poor quality. Some are overgrown or flooded out. Some are no longer visible on even the province's high resolution aerial photography. So you can't just get in your car and follow these routes. An SUV, jeep or truck are necessary, and even then, you may need to hike or ATV the last several kilometres.
NOTE: The driving directions supplied here are provided as a general guide. It may or may not be possible for you to park at these coordinates. This depends on the condition of the road. It may be possible to drive further, for all I know. Prior to visiting, explorers must take a closer look at maps, and use a GPS. It is my understanding that the hike from this parking area is under 2 km.
| Region | Northwest |
|---|---|
| County | Thunder Bay |
| Near | Ear Falls |
| Watercourse | Pic River |
| Watershed / % Lakes | 3 / 3% |
| Ownership | Crown Land |
| Landscape | Wilderness |
| Size | Large |
| Type | Tall Cascade |
| Modification | Natural |
| Access | Difficult |
| Top / Bottom | Difficult / Moderate |
| Trail conditions | Dirt, mud, steep hills |
| Hiking Time | 60 min + |
| Coordinates | 49.2083,-86.0812 |
| Parking | 49.21324,-86.0683  |
| Site ID | WOO.THU.068 |
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