Photo via @niagaraparks on Instagram
Niagara Parks just opened its brand new platform, giving guests a closer view of the Niagara River and Class 6 rapids.
In an Instagram post shared earlier this week, Niagara Parks announced the opening of its newest White Water Walk platform.
“Get closer than ever to the power of the Niagara River and experience Class 6 rapids from a new perspective,” reads the post.
Though summer is nearing its end, the opening of the new White Water Walk platform brings an extended opportunity to enjoy the rapids well into the fall season.
Niagara Parks has not yet released additional details about the platform, but the attraction already features a 305-metre boardwalk with several viewing areas along the river.
According to Niagara Parks, the Niagara River’s Class 6 whitewater rapids are among the wildest in North America.
To get an up-close and personal experience, visitors will descend 70 metres to the base of the Niagara Gorge via an elevator.
Visitors will then be met with an impressive boardwalk that runs along the shoreline of the Niagara River.
“Prepare to be immediately immersed in the soothing roar of North America’s largest series of standing waves the moment you step out from the exit tunnel,” shares Niagara Parks.
“Make your way down the riverside boardwalk as you take in the crashing waves and enjoy an excellent view of the 410-million-year-old rock layers of the Niagara Gorge.”
The boardwalk stretches 305 meters (1/4 mile) and features stairs leading to a number of viewing platforms at the edge of the river, in addition to the new one.
Here, visitors get to see the breathtaking Whirlpool Rapids as they flow at a speed of 48 km/hr. According to Niagara Parks, these platforms offer some of the best photo opportunities in the park.
Believe it or not, this experience is only 4 km north of Niagara Falls. It’s also easily accessible via the WEGO bus route.
Want to get your steps in? It’s within walking distance of the Niagara Falls train and bus stations, with free parking available.
Though the weather may get cooler, a trip to the rapids is always in order. Bundle up!
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