Reversing Falls
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Review from Brian S.
11/17/2009 13 photos
A place where
the water
doesn't know
which way
to go
Reversing Falls is the only place in the world where the tide actually overcomes the current and the water flows the "wrong way". This is because of the tremendous power of the huge tides in the Bay of Fundy that flow into the river. It only happens at high tide and the actually water flow varies at different times of the year. It 's more of a series of rapids rather than an waterfall but when it's ripping at full power the pressure of the water can actually be felt from several hundred feet away.
The best place to watch the phenomena is Fallsview Park but anywhere along the high cliffs offer cool views. Jetboat rides are also available and brave souls even kayak near the rapids..
Even without the confused water this would still be a fascinating place. The huge gorge is incredible and the power of the water during high tide is impressive. Across the river is the giant pulp mill of the J.D. Irving company, not exactly aesthetic pleasing but interesting in it's own way. Plenty of tour buses arrive at the falls during high tide but a better way is to walk from the center of St. John's along the river path. A cool way to experience a unique and impressive phenomena of nature.
A place
where the water
doesn't know
which way
to goListed in: In the wild, wild north
