Walters Falls
Walter's Falls has even more to offer than views of a spectacular double plunge waterfall where a tributary of the Big Head River drop 14 metres into the gorge below as Walters Falls is a village as well as a waterfall. It's a village that has become an up and coming tourist destination since the opening of the upscale Falls Inn in 2005. The Inn has earned itself a place in Ontario's Finest Inns directory and has become a favourite dining establishment for locals & visitors alike. There is a viewing platform build out above the falls that is also accessible in the winter, that gives an excellent up close look at the falls from the top.
The Walter's Falls Creek Side Trail, depending on the route taken, can be anywhere from a 2-5 hour snowshoe hike, and is a loop of the Bruce Trail which can be started from either direction from the Inn. Pick up a map at the front desk and after you're done, enjoy a delicious hot meal at the Inn.
Details
Class: Plunge
Level of Difficulty (to access in winter): Easy
Parking Lot: Plowed for Inn guests & visitors. *Please note that the Inn is closed on Mondays & Tuesdays during the winter months.
Walking Time (from parking lot to falls): 5 minutes
River: Walter's Creek
Directions: In the Village of Walter's Falls, turn north onto Front Street (across from The Store) and follow the road right to the parking area beside The Falls inn. The falls are right there at the edge of the parking lot.
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Accommodations:
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Restaurants:
The Falls Inn Restaurant
113 Robert Street (140 Front St. W), Walter's Falls
519-794-4388
Nearby Attractions:
The Store - an old fashioned style general store & gas station that offers home cooking and what is reputed to the "best western sandwich on the planet". Located at the corner of Front Street & Grey Road 29.
*Safety Disclaimer:
This Winter Waterfall guide has been developed to assist in planning your visit to waterfalls throughout Grey County. Users of this guide are responsible for their own safety and use these routes and trails at their own risk. Users should consider not only road and trail conditions but also their level of fitness and experience. Grey County Tourism and others involved in developing this guide are not responsible for any loss or damage users may suffer as a result of using this Guide. The County of Grey, and their directors, officers, employees, owners, volunteers and staff do not warrant the safety of any route, highway, road, street, trail or designated waterfall area shown in this guide.
While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this guide, inaccuracies or changes may occur and the County of Grey is not responsible for any variations from the above information.
