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The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Helmcken Falls

Wells Gray Provincial Park, British Columbia, Canada

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 52 2026
Helmcken Falls

A 141-metre drop of the Murtle River plunges into a volcanic rock canyon, ringed by dense forest in Wells Gray Provincial Park. Visitors park and walk a short paved path to the viewing platform, or hike the rim trail from Dawson Falls.

Highlights

  • 141-metre drop into canyon
  • Ice cone in winter
  • Volcanic cliffs and gorge

Good to know

  • Parking lot about 200 metres from viewpoint
  • Mosquitoes on rim trail, bring repellent
  • Can get busy; arrive early

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