Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park

Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park protects the waterfall on the Kaministiquia River and the surrounding gorge in northwestern Ontario. The falls are the park’s dominant natural feature.

The main attraction is the waterfall with a single drop of about 40 metres (131 feet) and panoramic viewing platforms at the rim. Trails and boardwalks run along the canyon and provide multiple viewpoints and short hikes suitable for families.

The falls and surrounding gorge have long been noted in regional travel and conservation histories; the provincial park was established to protect the scenic and geological features and to provide public access. The site has interpretive signage about local timber routes and early transportation through the region.

The park sits on Highway 11/17 about 30 kilometres west of Thunder Bay in northwestern Ontario, adjacent to local roads that serve the surrounding recreational and conservation areas.

• Height and nickname: The waterfall has a single drop of about 40 metres (131 feet) on the Kaministiquia River and is commonly called the "Niagara of the North".
• Access and distance: Located roughly 30 kilometres west of Thunder Bay along Highway 11/17, making it a frequent day trip from the city.

What to See #

• Main lookout: Main lookout platform sits above the crest of the falls and provides the primary panoramic view of the 40-metre (131-foot) drop and the Kaministiquia River gorge.
• Gorge Trail: Gorge Trail follows the canyon downstream and offers closer views of the river, interpretive signs and a boardwalk along steep sections.
• Day-use areas: Picnic and day-use areas near the park entrance provide parking, restrooms and spaces for families; no large commercial facilities are located inside the park.