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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.
AWE Inspiring. The Horseshoe Falls are an amazing site to behold. It's better on the Canadian side versus the American side. That vertical plunge is 188ft and over 6 million cubic feet of water go over the falls every minute! Once you get close you can feel that constant mist coming up from it.
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.
Part of the Maid of the Mist complex, this viewpoint juts out into Niagara River, giving a vista onto the American Falls. 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….
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 vertical plunge is 188ft and over 6 million cubic feet of water go over the falls every minute! Once you get close you can feel that constant mist coming up from it. Taking a boat ride up close to the falls is a must, whether you do the Hornblower (CAN) or Maid of the Mist (US).
Horseshoe Falls is the most powerful waterfall in North America, as measured by flow rate. Niagara Falls is famed for its beauty and is a valuable source of hydroelectric power. Balancing recreational, commercial, and industrial uses has been a challenge for the stewards of the falls since the 19th century.
