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Helmcken Waterfall, Canada

From series “10 Natural Wonders of the World”
Height: 400 meters.

One of the major attractions of British Columbia is Helmcken waterfall. It is located among the coastal mountains, in the Tweedsmuir nature reserve. The graceful waterfall is the second largest in British Columbia; its total height is about 400 meters. The mouth of the waterfall is the northern tip of Lake Turner, then it falls into a narrow canyon, and flows into the Atnarko River.

The pathfinder of the amazing waterfall was Robert Henry Lee. He was the specialist in land survey, who worked on the territory of the nature reserve in 1911. He was so impressed by the beauty of the waterfall that rushed to inform the government. The researcher suggested naming the waterfall McBride. A few days later he received a reply with another name, Helmcken. The landmark was named in honor of the doctor who arrived to British Columbia in the mid-19th century and provided a great professional help to locals.

Today, the waterfall is a popular tourist attraction. Several viewing platforms were set next to it. Even these days local residents call Helmcken Falls a secret place, as it’s not easy to get there. A walk to the waterfall usually lasts more than an hour. During that time, travelers can fully enjoy the beauty of the nature reserve. Next - Tara River Canyon


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Helmcken Waterfall - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Credit Union Central of British Columbia' located in 35 km ( check the route on the map).
Fuel station: 'Shell' in 34 km
Supermarket: 'Buy-Low Foods' in 35 km
Apotheek: 'Pharmasave' in 35 km
Police station: 'Clearwater Det' in 34 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Trophy Mountain Buffalo Ranch' in 18 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Kamloops Airport YKA - in 140 km
 »  Vernon Airport YVK - in 198 km
 »  Kelowna Airport YLW - in 228 km
 »  Penticton Airport YYF - in 280 km
 »  Pitt Meadows Airport YPK - in 353 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Waterfall Helmkken

Lorien Guest Cottage

Located in 10 km from Waterfall Helmkken
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Rooms: 1
Lorien Guest Cottage offers a lounge furnished with a wood burning stove, library and a radio. Guests can relax on the patio or in the screened … More: photo, rates and booking
Nakiska Ranch

Located in 12 km from Waterfall Helmkken
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Rooms: 10
Coffee-making facilities are offered in each accommodation at Nakiska Ranch. Boasting wooden furnishings, select units offer kitchenettes. A Swiss … More: photo, rates and booking
Across the Creek Cabins

Located in 15 km from Waterfall Helmkken
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Rooms: 3
Cable TV is featured in each comfortably furnished cottage at Across the Creek Cabins. All cottages include an en suite bathroom. Tea and … More: photo, rates and booking
Helmcken Falls Lodge

Located in 32 km from Waterfall Helmkken
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Rooms: 21
The classic rooms at Helmcken Falls Lodge have generous wooden accents. Select rooms offer a deck or a balcony with views of the Trophy Mountains. … More: photo, rates and booking

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