Grand Cascade facts for kids

Grand Cascade is a cool waterfall located in Stoney Creek, which is part of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. This waterfall is about 4 meters (13 feet) tall. It's a special type called a talus ribbon cascade. This means the water flows down a narrow path over a slope made of broken rocks, looking a bit like a ribbon.

This waterfall is on private land. This means you need to get permission before you visit it. It's important to always respect private property.

Exploring Grand Cascade

Grand Cascade is a beautiful spot to visit. It's part of the many waterfalls you can find around Hamilton. Hamilton is sometimes called the "Waterfall Capital of the World" because it has so many! Waterfalls like Grand Cascade are formed when water flows over different types of rock. Softer rocks wear away faster, leaving harder rocks standing tall, creating the drop.

How to Find the Waterfall

Finding Grand Cascade involves a bit of an adventure! If you're coming from the QEW highway, you'll take the Fifty Road exit. You then follow Fifty Road south, heading up a big hill called the Escarpment. Once you reach the top of the hill, you can park your car on the right side of the road.

To get to the waterfall, you walk back down Fifty Road until you reach the famous Bruce Trail. This trail is a long walking path that goes across Ontario. You'll turn west (left) on the Bruce Trail. The waterfall will be on the south side of the trail, which means it will be on your left as you walk. Remember to always stay on marked trails and respect the natural environment.

Things to See Nearby

There are many other interesting places to explore close to Grand Cascade. You can walk along parts of the Bruce Trail, which offers amazing views and connects to many natural areas.

You might also want to visit Puddicombe Farms, which is a fun place for families. The Dofasco 2000 Trail is another great spot for walking or biking. If you like history, check out the Battlefield House Museum. It's a historic site from the War of 1812.

Another famous natural spot nearby is the Devil's Punch Bowl. This is a large, deep gorge with a waterfall. It's part of the Devil's Punch Bowl Conservation Area, which is a protected natural space. The Erland Lee House Museum is also nearby, offering another glimpse into local history.

Images for kids

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  Webster's Falls is another beautiful waterfall in Hamilton.

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  The Niagara Escarpment (shown in red) is a long ridge of rock where many waterfalls are found.

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  The Devil's Punch Bowl is a deep gorge with a waterfall, close to Grand Cascade.

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  Chedoke Falls is one of the many waterfalls you can find in Hamilton.

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  Albion Falls, located in King's Forest Park, is another popular waterfall in the area.