Facebook GroupOther than Swayze Falls and Terrace Falls, this is probably the largest of the numerous small waterfalls in the Short Hills Provincial Park. It starts as a steep washboard through a narrow rocky notch, but then transitions into a true plunge waterfall about 6 m high.
The falls faces north, and mid-day sun can make it difficult to photography. Access is remarkably easy, although it's a bit of work to get down into the gorge. I had not found this waterfall until 2017
Parking is available in the lot at the end of Wiley Rd. Follow the old road allowance. After less than 100 m it reaches a small creek. Turn right and follow the path that follows the creek on its far side. Scout Falls is in a deep gorge, right under the hydro lines.
Be warned that flows can be very low to nil during much of the year. Probably most of the year. Like all the falls in the Short Hills, you really need to plan your visit during the wettest times of the year, like after a big rain in Spring.
NOTE: The gorge at Scout Falls has steep walls with no safety barriers. Visitors must use caution.
| Region | Greater Toronto |
|---|---|
| County | Niagara |
| Near | Decew Falls |
| Watercourse | Scout Creek |
| Watershed / % Lakes | 0 / 0% |
| Ownership | Short HIlls Provincial Park |
| Landscape | Rural, forested |
| Size | Small |
| Type | Plunge |
| Modification | Natrural |
| Access | Moderate |
| Top / Bottom | Moderate to view / Difficult |
| Trail conditions | Dirt, steep hill |
| Hiking Time | 7 min |
| Coordinates | 43.1011,-79.2746 |
| Parking | 43.1023,-79.2722  |
| Site ID | WOO.NIA.032 |
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