Grand River
On the gorge floor.
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The Elora Gorge is a rocky gorge at the western edge of the village of Elora, Ontario, about 21 km northwest of the city of Guelph in a straight line. It is one of the best-known natural sights in southern Ontario. The Grand River runs along the bottom of the gorge, which is about 2 km long, between limestone cliffs up to 22 metres high. The gorge was formed by glacial meltwater from the last ice age. The land belongs to the Grand River Conservation Authority, and the Elora Gorge Falls, about 7.6 metres high, lie just upstream. Steep grey cliffs drop to the river, with trees clinging to the edges and their roots spread over the rock. In autumn the woods above the water turn red, orange and yellow, and a high bridge crosses the gorge. The area has trails along the rim, campsites and picnic areas. In summer people come to kayak and to go tubing on the river. Nearby is the old Elora Quarry, a swimming hole ringed by 12-metre cliffs.
On the gorge floor.
Above the water.
A swimming hole.
Elora Gorge Conservation Area, Elora, Ontario, Canada
Yes, in summer.
Summer for the river, autumn for colours.