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Waterfall · Niagara Falls, Ontario
Horseshoe Falls and Table Rock
The largest of the three Niagara falls, horseshoe-shaped, seen from the Table Rock viewpoint, where the river plunges just a few meters from the railing.
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About Horseshoe Falls and Table Rock
Horseshoe Falls is the largest of the three Niagara Falls and is almost entirely on the Canadian side. It is about 670 meters wide and about 57 meters high, and most of the river’s water flows over it. The mist rising from the base can be seen from a distance.
The Table Rock viewpoint is right on the edge of the horseshoe: from the railing you can see the water curving and plunging just a few meters away. From the riverside promenade, to the north, you can see the American Falls and the small Bridal Veil Falls on the American side.
The Table Rock visitor centre is the departure point for the tunnels behind the falls and sits next to the old hydroelectric power station. At night, the falls are lit with coloured lights. There is no admission fee for the viewpoints and the promenade.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
From 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Best time
Early morning, when there are fewer people, or at night when the falls are illuminated. With late-afternoon sun the mist often produces rainbows.
How to get there
On the Niagara Parkway, next to the Table Rock visitor centre, by WEGO buses or on foot along the promenade from Clifton Hill.
Tip
Bring a rain poncho or waterproof jacket: the mist near the railing soaks you. In winter the ground can be icy.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Horseshoe Falls and Table Rock
How high are the Horseshoe Falls?
About 57 meters, with roughly 670 meters of width.
Do you have to pay to see Niagara Falls from the Canadian side?
There is no charge for the viewpoints and the promenade. Boat tours, tunnels and other attractions are charged separately.
Where is Table Rock located?
On the edge of Horseshoe Falls, on Niagara Parkway, on the Canadian side.