Great Falls
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This waterfall is also known as Smokey Hollow Falls and Grindstone Falls. The area known as Smokey Hollow is a former industrial area where Grindstone Creek once powered several mills, including a sawmill that was built at the base of Great Falls. As late as 1890, this area still supported two mills, nine outbuildings, three houses and fourteen other buildings.
By 1912, due to the reduction of the water level in Grindstone Creek, and the inherent danger of the steam engines used to maximize waterpower, the mills had all closed down. In 1994, the area was rehabilitated by the Town of Waterdown and turned into a beautiful city park.
Take the 403 towards Toronto and exit on Highway 6 North. Exit on Highway 5, also known as Dundas Street East. You will be heading east on Dundas Street East. When you come to Mill Street, turn right. Follow Mill Street downhill and under the railway overpass. There is a park called Smokey Hollow Park on the right. The falls is a very short walk from the parking lot.
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