North River Falls is a breathtaking, powerful cascade on the North River in Nova Scotia’s North River Wilderness Area, dropping about 32 metres into a deep, forested gorge. The water tumbles over layered rock in an impressive single plunge, and is especially powerful after rain or during the spring melt. With no nearby development and dense woods surrounding it, the falls are truly special, and you'll likely spend an hour here taking it all in.

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Hike the 9.8-mile North River Falls Trail in Nova Scotia's North River Wilderness Area to reach the province's highest waterfall.

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Location: Victoria, Subd. A, Nova Scotia, Canada

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