Cameron Falls
A waterfall just outside town, tumbling over rock about 1.5 billion years old from the Proterozoic Eon, some of the oldest rock in the Canadian Rockies.
The falls cascade in steps over layered, ancient sedimentary rock, which is among the oldest exposed rock in the Canadian Rockies. Parking is right at the falls, and a short trail climbs to a viewpoint on the left for a panorama of the town and the cascades. Water flow peaks during spring snowmelt, and after rain the creek occasionally runs reddish. Lights illuminate the falls on summer evenings. Admission is free. It pairs well with a stroll around town, and mule deer are often seen grazing nearby.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Waterton Townsite
- Bear's Hump Trail
- Upper Waterton Lake Cruise to Goat Haunt
- Prince of Wales Hotel
- Linnet Lake
- Waterton Lakes National Park
- Bertha Lake Trail
- Carthew–Alderson Trail