Lower Beckett Falls facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lower Beckett Falls |
|
|---|---|
| Lua error in Module:Infobox_mapframe at line 185: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value). | |
| Location | Hamilton, Ontario |
| Type | Ribbon Cascade |
| Total height | 3 m (9.8 ft) |
| Total width | 1.2 m (3.9 ft) |
| Watercourse | Surface water |
Lower Beckett Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. It stands about 3 metres (10 feet) tall. This makes it a "ribbon cascade" type of waterfall. Hamilton is often called the "Waterfall Capital of the World." This is because it has more than 100 amazing waterfalls! Lower Beckett Falls is one of these natural wonders.
Contents
Lower Beckett Falls: A Ribbon of Water
Lower Beckett Falls is a special kind of waterfall. It is known as a ribbon cascade. This means the water flows down a tall, narrow cliff. It looks a bit like a long, thin ribbon. The water at Lower Beckett Falls comes from surface water. This is water that flows over the ground. It then tumbles down the rock face.
Where is Lower Beckett Falls?
This lovely waterfall is found in the city of Hamilton, Ontario. Hamilton is in Canada. Many of the waterfalls in Hamilton are part of the Niagara Escarpment. The Niagara Escarpment is a long cliff. It stretches for hundreds of kilometres. It was formed by ancient glaciers and erosion. This natural feature creates many perfect spots for waterfalls.
Exploring the Area Around the Falls
Lower Beckett Falls is located in a great area for outdoor adventures. There are many fun places to visit nearby. You can explore the Bruce Trail. This is a long hiking trail. It follows the Niagara Escarpment. The Dundas Valley Conservation Area is also close. It offers many trails for walking and biking.
Other cool spots include the Iroquoia Heights Conservation Area. You can also find Chedoke Falls and the Chedoke Radial Trail. If you like golf, there's the Chedoke Civic Golf Course. Don't forget Denlow Falls and the Canadian Football Hall of Fame Museum. For sports fans, Copps Coliseum (now known as FirstOntario Centre) is also in the city.
Getting to Lower Beckett Falls
Finding Lower Beckett Falls is quite easy. It is located on the east side of Beckett Drive. You will find it about 100 metres (330 feet) up the road. This is from the intersection of Amelia Street and the end of Queen Street South. It's a great spot for a quick visit or a longer hike.
Images for kids
-
Webster's Falls is another beautiful waterfall in Hamilton.
-
The Niagara Escarpment (shown in red) is home to many waterfalls.
-
Devil's Punch Bowl is a large waterfall in Hamilton.
-
Chedoke Falls is close to Lower Beckett Falls.
-
Albion Falls is found in King's Forest Park.
