Middle Quarry Cascade facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Middle Quarry Cascade |
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| Location | Hamilton, Ontario |
| Type | Twin Ribbon Cascade |
| Total height | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Total width | 1 m (3.3 ft) |
| Watercourse | Grindstone tributary |
Middle Quarry Cascade is a beautiful waterfall located in Burlington, Ontario, Canada. It stands about 6 metres (20 feet) tall. This waterfall is unique because it looks like two ribbons of water flowing side-by-side. It is on private property, which means you cannot visit it without special permission from the owner.
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About Middle Quarry Cascade
Middle Quarry Cascade is a type of waterfall called a "twin ribbon cascade." This means the water flows down in two narrow, parallel streams. It gets its water from a small stream that eventually flows into Grindstone Creek.
Location and Nearby Waterfalls
Middle Quarry Cascade is in Burlington, very close to the border with Hamilton, Ontario. Another waterfall, Lower Quarry Cascade, is also nearby in Burlington. The water source for these cascades, Grindstone Creek, and another waterfall called Upper Quarry Cascade, are both located in Hamilton.
Exploring the Area
Even though Middle Quarry Cascade is on private land, the area around it is full of interesting places. You can find many natural attractions and parks nearby.
Local Attractions
Some popular spots close to Middle Quarry Cascade include:
- The Bruce Trail: A famous hiking trail that stretches across Ontario.
- Smokey Hollow Resource Management Area: A natural area great for outdoor activities.
- Rock Chapel Sanctuary: A peaceful place to enjoy nature.
- Borer's Falls: Another beautiful waterfall in the region.
- Borer's Falls Conservation Area: A park surrounding Borer's Falls.
- Rock Chapel Golf Course: A place for golf enthusiasts.
- Royal Botanical Gardens: A large garden and nature sanctuary.
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