Boulevard Lake Falls, Ontario

Quick Facts

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Accessibility: 10/10 (easy)
Distance of Hike: roadside
Height: 30′ / 9 m

The Record

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When I first posted, I wasn’t sure what to call this waterfall. With the help of Google Maps, I’m going to call this Boulevard Lake Falls. There are a few other waterfalls on the same river that I didn’t visit while there. Trowbridge Falls and Cascade Falls are above Boulevard Lake. This drop is downstream from the Boulevard Lake Dam.

Boulevard Lake Falls isn’t the tallest nor the most impressive waterfall in the region, but it is probably one of the easiest to find if you are visiting Thunder Bay for a day. It is in the downtown area, and you may pass it by without noticing. There is a dam upstream, which might make you think twice before stopping, but this does seem to be a natural drop. The area does have a somewhat less private feel, as there are numerous buildings to the north of the falls.

Directions

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1. As you’re driving through Thunder Bay, take Highway 17B. (This is worthwhile no matter what because it follows the lake shoreline.)
2. The name along the road changes several times. As you’re heading north, it changes from Water Street to Cumberland Street. You will find the falls along the stretch that is Cumberland Street.
3. Just before the road turns into Hodder Avenue, Highway 17B crosses over the Current River, and if you look to the left (if heading north), you will see a park next to the river, with the dam in view. You can stop there and walk the short distance to the falls.

Where in the World is Current River Falls?

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