You Can Wander Past Surreal Caverns Filled With Waterfalls At This Magical Ontario Spot

It looks like another world.

You Can Wander Past Surreal Caverns Filled With Waterfalls At This Magical Ontario Spot
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Lead Writer, Travel

This short hiking trail in Ontario will take you past some breathtaking landscapes.

Potholes Provincial Park, located near Wawa, is home to an ancient glacial valley and miniature waterfalls.

Thousands of years ago, glacial meltwaters formed unique potholes in the bedrock of this area, and you can still see water flowing through these caverns as you wander by.

A short 350-meter trail complete with boardwalks leads past the potholes, and you can also discover a lush boreal forest filled with flowering plants.

The area is a great spot for picnics and birding, and offers some truly spectacular scenery.

Potholes Provincial Park

Price: Free weekday day-use passes offered until September 2, 2021

When: June 4 - September 6, 2021

Address: East of Wawa on Hwy 101

Why You Need To Go: Explore ancient potholes with miniature waterfalls at this remarkable place.

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Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

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  • Madeline Forsyth

    Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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