Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Waterfalls!

Waterfalls were on our list of locations to visit last week. Three of the waterfalls we saw are included below.

Inglis Falls

Inglis Falls Conservation Area is a 209 hectare property featuring an 18 metre high waterfall. It hosts a number of 'shortish' hiking trails, many of which connect with the Bruce Trail.

Along the Bruce Trail, beyond the falls!

Cold Storage Cellar

Fall Colours from the top!

Hiking along the Bruce Trail, starting at Inglis Falls.

Eugenia Falls:

Very little water was flowing over Eugenia Falls. The 30 metre high falls are hiding in the shadows. In 1853 "gold" was discovered embedded in the rocks in the gorge below. This discovery quickly drew hundreds of prospectors but the gold rush lasted only 3 weeks once the nuggets were proven to be fool's gold (iron pyrite).

Hogg's Falls:

Hogg's Falls is situated on the Boyne River in the upper Beaver Valley. The 7 metre high falls is set in a cedar and hardwood forest with many trails that also connect to the Bruce Trail.

Nottawasaga Lookout P.P.

The trail in the Nottawasaga Lookout Provincial Park took us on a 2.1 km loop; half of that distance was on the Bruce trail. There were some nice views looking back towards Collingwood. We only saw 5 bird species and the Downy Woodpecker was the only bird in photographic range. Lots of interesting rock formations and a cave system at the edge of the cliff. We could hear people walking and talking below!

Devil's Glen Provincial Park is only accessibly by foot and is a non-operating Park. The park provides access to the Bruce Trail and a viewing platform provides a scenic view of the Niagara Escarpment. A challenging walk allows hikers to access the gorge where the Mad River flows.

Pretty River Valley Provincial Park is also classed as a "Non Operating" Park. There are no staff, facilities or washrooms but its a beautiful place to take a hike on the Niagara Escarpment. The Bruce Trail runs through the park.