Lower Snake Falls (Burlington, Ontario) facts for kids

Lower Snake Falls is a cool waterfall that drops 5 metres (about 16 feet). You can find it in the Smokey Hollow Resource Management Area. This area is mostly in Burlington, Ontario, Canada. Even though it's in Burlington, the land where Lower Snake Falls is found actually belongs to the City of Hamilton, Ontario.

Discover Lower Snake Falls

Lower Snake Falls is a type of waterfall called a "Complex Classic Cascade." This means the water flows over several steps or layers of rock. It's a great spot to visit if you love nature and exploring. The waterfall is about 5 metres tall and 3 metres wide.

Fun Things Nearby

There are many exciting places to check out close to Lower Snake Falls. You can explore parts of the famous Bruce Trail, which is a long hiking path. The Rock Chapel Golf Course is also nearby. Don't miss the amazing Royal Botanical Gardens, full of beautiful plants. Waterdown Memorial Park is another nice spot for a visit.

How to Get There

Getting to Lower Snake Falls is quite easy!

• If you are on Highway 403, take the Highway 6 North exit. This exit goes towards Guelph.
• Drive about 3 kilometres on Highway 6 North.
• Turn right onto Highway 5 East, which is also known as Dundas Street East.
• Then, turn right onto Mill Street. Make sure you turn before you reach the railway tracks.
• After you go under the railway bridge, you will see the parking lot for the Smokey Hollow Resource Management Area on your right.
• From the parking lot, follow the Bruce Trail. The waterfall is right where the trail meets a small stream, called a tributary.

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