Centennial Falls facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Centennial Falls |
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| Location | Hamilton, Ontario |
| Type | Terraced Ribbon Cascade |
| Total height | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Total width | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Watercourse | Battlefield tributary |
Centennial Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in Stoney Creek, which is part of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. It's about 10 meters (33 feet) tall. This waterfall is a special type called a "terraced ribbon cascade."
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About Centennial Falls
Centennial Falls is a unique waterfall because of its shape. It's known as a terraced ribbon cascade. This means the water flows down in thin, ribbon-like streams over several steps or levels, like a giant staircase. It's a really cool sight to see!
Where to Find Centennial Falls
Centennial Falls is found in a ravine on the west side of Centennial Parkway. To get there, if you're driving on the QEW highway, you would take the Centennial Parkway exit. Then, you follow Centennial Parkway as it goes up the Niagara Escarpment. The waterfall is in the first valley you see on your right.
Exploring Nearby Places
The area around Centennial Falls is full of exciting places to explore. You can find other waterfalls and natural spots.
- The Bruce Trail is a famous hiking trail that runs nearby. It's perfect for a walk or a bike ride.
- Felker's Falls and the Felker's Falls Conservation Area are close by. This is another amazing waterfall to visit.
- The Battlefield House Museum is also in the area. It's a historic site where an important battle took place a long time ago.
- The Devil's Punch Bowl is another stunning natural spot. It's a deep gorge with a waterfall, and it's quite impressive.
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Webster's Falls is another beautiful waterfall in the region.
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The Niagara Escarpment is a long cliff that stretches across Ontario.
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The Devil's Punch Bowl is a deep gorge with its own waterfall.
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Chedoke Falls is another waterfall in the Hamilton area.
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Albion Falls is a popular waterfall found in King's Forest Park.
