Bridal Veil Falls, Natural waterfall at Niagara Falls, US
Bridal Veil Falls is the smallest of three waterfalls at Niagara Falls, plunging about 55 meters down with a narrow crest. It sits between Luna Island and Goat Island, accessible via wooden walkways and observation decks.
The waterfall formed roughly 12,000 years ago when melting glaciers carved out the Great Lakes and Niagara River system. It has slowly migrated downstream over millennia as flowing water wore away the bedrock.
The name comes from the delicate white mist that resembles a bride's veil when sunlight hits it. Visitors experience the power of falling water from wooden platforms positioned directly at the base.
Access is via Luna Island, where you walk onto wooden platforms that put you near the thundering water and thick spray. Wear water-resistant clothing since the mist soaks everything close to the edge.
The water creates a fine misty spray that looks like a transparent veil, especially when sunlight passes through it. Earlier names for this spot were Luna Falls and Iris Falls before settlers chose the current name.
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