Niagara Falls: Frozen on the Canadian Side

Niagara Falls has frozen on the Canadian side, with water continuing to flow beneath a layer of ice. On the US side, the flow remains smoother.

Sub-zero temperatures and the recent winter storm have created layers of ice on the falls. According to Niagara Parks, although the falls appear completely frozen, water continues to flow beneath the surface.

In 1848, the falls stopped flowing completely for about 30 hours. Today, the formation of ice arches is limited by the ice boom, a steel barrier installed annually by the Niagara Power Authority.

Niagara Parks reports that the ice thickness can exceed 12 meters, creating impressive ice crystals. Visitors can view the frozen falls from the Tunnel observation platform at Niagara Parks Power Station and participate in the Journey Behind the Falls tour.