Pissing Mare Falls facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pissing Mare Falls |
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Detail of the top of the falls
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| Location | Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada |
| Coordinates | 49°42′37″N 57°39′39″W / 49.7104°N 57.6609°W |
| Type | Tiered Plunges |
| Total height | 343 m (1,125 ft) |
| Number of drops | 2 |
| Longest drop | 250 m (820 ft) |
| Watercourse | Burnt Woods Brook |
Pissing Mare Falls is a beautiful waterfall found in Gros Morne National Park. This park is located in Newfoundland, Canada. The falls get their water from a stream called Burnt Woods Brook. This stream flows over a high cliff into a lake known as Western Brook Pond.
About Pissing Mare Falls
Pissing Mare Falls is a special type of waterfall. It is called a "tiered waterfall." This means the water falls in several steps or levels, like a giant staircase. The water plunges over the edge of a high area called Big Level Plateau.
How Tall is Pissing Mare Falls?
This waterfall is very tall! Its total height is about 343 meters (1,125 feet). That's taller than many skyscrapers! One part of the waterfall has an unbroken drop of 250 meters (820 feet). This makes it the highest waterfall in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It is also the 31st highest waterfall in all of Canada.
Where to Find the Falls
Pissing Mare Falls is located inside Gros Morne National Park. This park is famous for its amazing landscapes and natural beauty. Many people visit the park to see its fjords, mountains, and waterfalls. The falls are a highlight for visitors exploring the park's wilderness.
See also
In Spanish: Cataratas Pissing Mare para niños
