Niagara Falls’ Secret Story Written in Rock!
Niagara Falls Private Custom Tour from Toronto Area
Exposed rock at Niagara's White Water Walk
Have you ever noticed the strange layers of rock along the walls of the Niagara River Gorge and the edge of Niagara Falls? These aren’t just ordinary rocks—they’re time capsules, holding the secrets of Earth’s ancient past!
At the very top, you’ll find dolomite, a tough rock that once formed at the bottom of an ancient sea that covered this region. But as you look deeper, the layers reveal an even wilder story. At the bottom lies the reddish Queenston Shale—what’s left of mountains that were once taller than the Himalayas! Yes, you read that right—this peaceful gorge was once home to towering peaks that would put Everest to shame.
These layers don’t just tell a cool story—they’re responsible for shaping Niagara Falls, the Niagara Gorge, and even the Great Lakes. Every drop of water cascading over the Falls is carving its way through history, one inch at a time.
Next time you visit Niagara, take a closer look. The clues to an ancient world are right beneath your feet!
