Keyhole Falls, Punchbowl waterfall in Lillooet River, British Columbia, Canada.
The waterfall spans 30 meters in width and drops 37 meters into a broad canyon, forming a natural bowl shape in the rock.
The falls emerged after Mount Meager's volcanic eruption 2350 years ago created a breccia dam, which the Lillooet River later eroded through.
The name derives from the waterfall's resemblance to a traditional keyhole shape, formed by water cutting through volcanic deposits over time.
Access remains restricted from April through November, with authorities issuing fines to visitors who disregard closure notices.
The falls maintain an average water flow rate of 48 cubic meters per second, channeling melt water from Lillooet and Manatee Glaciers.
Location: British Columbia
Part of: Lillooet River
GPS coordinates: 50.67613,-123.47149
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:26
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