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Horseshoe Falls is the largest of the three waterfalls that collectively form Niagara Falls on the Niagara River along the Canada–United States border. Approximately 90% of the Niagara River, after diversions for hydropower generation, flows over Horseshoe Falls.
Taking in two stunning neighbouring locations: the Llangollen Wharf in Llangollen town centre and the Horseshoe Falls along the towpath on meeting point of the canal and the River Dee, both areas are part of the 11 mile long UNESCO World Heritage Site around Pontcysylte Aqueduct and Chirk.
From the Canadian side you can see the Horseshoe falls in all its glory and you get a great view of the water approaching the Falls from about the same level (see photos). The whole thing is a very humbling experience. We are but a tiny dot on this amazingly beautiful planet.
The centerpiece of any visit here are the Horseshoe Falls. Named after their 670m curved shape, they have the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America; at 65km/h, more than 2574 kiloliters of water per second crashes over the ridge into a roiling Maid of the Mist Pool.
Horseshoe Falls, predominantly Canadian section of Niagara Falls on the Niagara River. It is separated from the American Falls by Goat Island and derives its name from its curving 3,000-foot (900-metre) crest.
The Canadian side of Niagara Falls located between Goat Island and Table Rock is known as the Horseshoe Falls. With the highest flow rate and beauty, Horseshoe Niagara Falls becomes a holiday spot for millions of people every year.
There are actually three waterfalls at Niagara Falls: the Horseshoe Falls (164 feet), the American Falls (99 feet), and the Bridal Veil Falls (79 feet).
Also known as “Canadian Falls” since 90 percent of it lies on the Canadian side of the river, Horseshoe Falls is located between Terrapin Point on Goat Island and Table Rock in Canada. Height: 188 feet; Crestline: 2,200 feet; Flow: 90% of the river’s total flow makes its way over Horseshoe Falls. That’s about 681,750 gallons per second.
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At 460ft (140M) long, it’s a sight to behold. Just a 3km walk from the town of Llangollen, or perhaps take the magnificent steam train from Llangollen station if the timetable allows. Get off at Berwyn Station and in around 10 minutes, enjoy the idyllic scene that awaits you at the Horseshoe Falls.
