Puddicombe Falls facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Puddicombe Falls |
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| Location | Hamilton, Ontario |
| Type | Talus Ribbon Cascade |
| Total height | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Total width | 2 m (6.6 ft) |
| Watercourse | Fifty tributary |
Puddicombe Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. It's about 6 meters (20 feet) tall. This waterfall is a special type called a "talus ribbon cascade." This means the water flows over a pile of broken rocks, creating a ribbon-like shape as it tumbles down. You can find Puddicombe Falls on a small stream called Stoney Creek.
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Exploring Puddicombe Falls
Puddicombe Falls is a great spot to visit if you love nature. It's not a huge, powerful waterfall like Niagara Falls. Instead, it's a peaceful place where you can enjoy the outdoors. The falls are part of the amazing natural landscape around Hamilton.
How to Find the Falls
Finding Puddicombe Falls is an adventure! You'll need to follow some clear directions.
To get there from the QEW highway, take the Fifty Road exit. Drive south on Fifty Road. You will go up a big hill, which is part of the Niagara Escarpment. When you reach the top of the hill, you can park your car on the right side of the road.
Now, you'll walk back down Fifty Road a little bit. Look for the Bruce Trail, which is a famous hiking path. Once you find the Bruce Trail, turn and head east. The waterfall will be on the south side of the trail. It's just after you pass a small path that leads to Puddicombe Farm.
Fun Places Near Puddicombe Falls
There are many cool places to explore close to Puddicombe Falls. You can make a whole day of your visit!
- Bruce Trail: This is a very long hiking trail. It stretches all the way along the Niagara Escarpment. It's perfect for a walk or a bike ride.
- Puddicombe Farms: This farm is a fun place for families. You can pick your own fruit or enjoy other farm activities.
- Dofasco 2000 Trail: Another great trail for walking or cycling. It offers nice views of the area.
- Battlefield House Museum: This historic house tells stories from the past. It's a great place to learn about Canadian history.
- Devil's Punch Bowl: This is another amazing natural spot. It's a large, deep gorge with a waterfall. It has very colorful rock layers.
- Erland Lee House Museum: This museum is important because it's where the first Women's Institute was formed in Canada.
Images for kids
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Niagara Escarpment (in red)
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Devil's Punch Bowl
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Chedoke Falls
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Albion Falls, King's Forest Park
