Kwasitchewan Falls

Kwasitchewan Falls is a waterfall in northern Manitoba that drops 14 meters over exposed Precambrian rock formations. It marks the highest waterfall along the Grass River in this area.

The waterfall served as an important reference point for fur traders traveling through Western Canada, with routes guided by indigenous peoples. These paths formed part of the broader trading network during colonial times.

The name comes from a Cree word describing the bright appearance of water as it falls down the rock face. Visitors can witness this meaning firsthand when they see the water gleaming in the sunlight during their approach.

Reaching this waterfall requires completing a 22-kilometer return hike starting from Pisew Falls through northern wilderness. The trail demands good physical fitness and proper preparation for remote backcountry travel.

The waterfall exposes rock layers from the Trans-Hudson orogen dating back to the Precambrian period. These geological structures reveal rare insights into the earliest formation of the earth's crust in this region.