Takakkaw Falls — Canada

About this spectacle

Takakkaw Falls plunges dramatically from a glacially carved cliff in Yoho National Park, British Columbia, sending a roaring curtain of meltwater into the valley below. Visitors standing at the base feel the cool mist on their skin and hear the thunderous crash of water that echoes off the surrounding peaks. The falls are fed by the Daly Glacier, and their volume swells dramatically through the summer melt season, turning a slender ribbon into a torrential cascade. The approach follows a short, scenic trail through a forested valley flanked by towering Rocky Mountain peaks. At dawn and in the soft morning light, rainbows frequently arc through the spray, making the scene particularly striking for photographers. The overall atmosphere is one of raw, elemental power set against a classic Canadian Rockies backdrop.

When to go

Jun — Oct, peak Jul — Aug

Getting there

Nearest airport: YYC. Nearest city: Banff.

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