Algonquin Park - Niagara by the Falls

The next farewell was upon us as we left Algonquin Park. It’s a truly great area for hiking or canoeing.

But our next and last highlight was coming up: Niagara Falls. So it was time to pack the suitcases again (especially to stow away the souvenirs). One suitcase was already packed for the return flight and significantly heavier than when we left. It seemed like it was going to be interesting.

On the way to Niagara-by-the-Falls, we took a detour to visit the Six Nations. We thought we could learn something about the history of some of the First Nations of Canada. But no, it wasn’t worth the detour. Just a campground with a park, a tiny shop, and a museum that was merely the residence of E. Pauline Johnson. Since we had never heard of this author, it wasn’t really our destination. But we were there now, so we decided to check it out. Those were the most unnecessary 12€ we spent on this trip. The rooms are partially furnished. In the middle, there’s random stuff scattered about, making it feel like a storage room. The man we met there and who took our payment looked quite surprised as well. Apparently, not many visitors come by.

However, they do have a huge bingo hall. Unfortunately, we arrived just between two rounds and didn’t want to waste another two hours, so we moved on and didn’t wait. However, you can fill up your gas cheaply in the reserve and also get service.

After another hour on the roads of Canada, we arrived at our hotel in Niagara-by-the-Falls. We quickly freshened up and then headed straight towards the sound of roaring water, and there they were: the Niagara Falls:

The Canadian Horseshoe Falls and the American Falls. Truly a magnificent sight. And in the late afternoon, you are rewarded with a rainbow.

Since this happens to be the case when the sun is shining, the bridge connecting Canada and the USA is called Rainbow Bridge.

To conclude the day, we had dinner at the Table Rock House Restaurant. While dining, you have a breathtaking view of the Canadian waterfalls. And once it gets dark and cooler, you can comfortably enjoy the light show. The Niagara Falls are then illuminated, somewhat kitschy in candy colors but definitely worth seeing.