Shawinigan Falls, Waterfall in Shawinigan, Canada
The Shawinigan Falls cascade down 50 meters on the Saint-Maurice River, creating a strong water flow that echoes through the surrounding forest landscape.
The establishment of a hydroelectric plant at Shawinigan Falls in 1903 marked the beginning of industrial development in Quebec, supplying power to major cities.
The name of these falls stems from Algonquian language, referring to a rocky crest where Indigenous peoples established important portage routes.
Multiple viewing platforms around the falls provide different perspectives of the water movement, with designated parking areas and walking paths for visitors.
The falls generate sufficient power through hydroelectric facilities to supply electricity to both Montreal and Quebec City while maintaining their natural flow pattern.
Location: Shawinigan
Height: 50 m
Part of: Saint-Maurice river
GPS coordinates: 46.53083,-72.76083
Latest update: March 31, 2025 02:36
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