Della Falls

Della Falls drops approximately 440 meters through multiple cascading tiers, making it Canada's highest waterfall and a striking feature within Strathcona Provincial Park on Vancouver Island. The water plunges through steep terrain surrounded by dense forest and rocky cliffs.

William W. Della explored Vancouver Island in 1864 and documented this waterfall, though First Nations people had known of it long before. The region was later protected as a provincial park to conserve its natural features.

The waterfall sits within territories where Indigenous communities have lived and traveled for countless generations, maintaining deep ties to these lands.

The hike begins at Great Central Lake and covers roughly 16 kilometers through remote terrain to reach the falls. Visitors need solid hiking equipment, physical preparation, and a full day of hiking to complete the journey.

The falls reach their most powerful display during spring snowmelt, when meltwater creates a thunderous roar echoing through the valley. Multiple viewpoints along the trail offer different perspectives on this seasonal transformation.

Location: British Columbia

GPS coordinates: 49.45444,-125.53417

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:22