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British Columbia

Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)

Takakkaw Falls

British Columbia

Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)

Takakkaw Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Takakkaw Falls

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Yoho National Park

Location: Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake), British Columbia, Canada

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July 27, 2024

Mountain biking

It is one of the tallest waterfalls in Canada, located in Yoho National Park in British Columbia. The name "Takakkaw" comes from the Cree word meaning "magnificent," which perfectly describes this waterfall.

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Mountain biking

The falls are fed by the Daly Glacier, which is part of the Waputik Ice Field. As the glacier melts, water falls down the mountainside, creating the falls. The total height of Takakkaw Falls is approximately 373 meters (1,224 ft), with the main drop being around 254 meters (833 ft).

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Hiking

The Takakkaw Falls are Canada's highest waterfalls and worth a visit if you are nearby. The surrounding mountain scenery is aesthetically pleasing and the walk along the Yoho River would be easy and almost flat. The opposite Highline Trail is a bit more challenging for hikers. The well-developed Takakkaw Lake route leads to the lake above, which then falls down as a beautiful Takakkaw waterfall. Well visited at all times, many tourists.

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Takakkaw Falls Viewpoint – Takakkaw Falls loop from Takakkaw Falls

10.9km

03:36

480m

480m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Takakkaw Falls Viewpoint – Takakkaw Falls loop from Takakkaw Falls

1.61km

00:26

20m

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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#3.

Takakkaw Falls Viewpoint – Takakkaw Falls loop from Takakkaw Falls

1.61km

00:26

20m

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy

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Elevation 1,500 m

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Location: Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake), British Columbia, Canada

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