Terms of Use
We feel that everything listed here should fall into the category of 'common sense'. Unfortunately that is a commodity which seems to be in depressingly short supply. Coupled with the litigious nature of certain groups of people, we put this here to cover our asses...
Your use of this website is dependent upon your acceptance of the following conditions. If you are unable to accept these conditions, kindly find another source for the information that we provide.
Land Acknowledgement
We humbly acknowledge that Land of Waterfalls provides information about numerous sites across the vast and diverse lands of what is now called Canada, home to the traditional territories of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, each with their distinct cultures, languages and histories. We are mindful of their unique rights and perspectives, actively seeking engagement and partnership and striving to build sustainable relationships. Our vision of a more inclusive and equitable future guides us in the research that we perform, honoring the contributions of Indigenous cultures to Canada's rich tapestry.
Chief Seattle, a nineteenth-century leader of the Pacific Northwest native American tribe, the Duwamish, speaking about people's explorations of his native lands, is often credited with having said, 'Take only memories and leave only footprints.'
Information Accuracy
While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided on this website, the operators and maintainers are reliant on technology that is sometimes dodgy and third party information which is just that, third party information. We therefore accept no liability for problems that you may experience due to inaccurate information that you may get from this website.Opinions
The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on this website belong solely to each author, and do not necessarily represent the views, policies, or positions of Land of Waterfalls or any affiliated organization, employer, or group.Private Land
Many waterfalls are on private land and landowners' reactions to trespassers vary from one to another. Land of Waterfalls does not feel it is appropriate to deny the existence of a waterfall simply because it is on private land, however, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have the appropriate permissions from the relevant landowners before accessing their property. This website may give the location of a waterfall and indicate how to get there, but it is your decision as to whether you should access it and we accept no liability for any repercussions that you may experience as a result of your trespassing on private property.
While 'inaccessible' waterfalls are marked as such on the map, this is only the case where there is no legal route to get to a waterfall. It does not necessarily mean that the waterfall is accessible if it is not so marked. It will not be marked inaccessible if there is some place from which it can be legally viewed. That does not imply that you can, for example, stand under the flow at the foot of the falls without trespassing.
Safety
Accidents happen and many people have been injured or killed in any manner of horrible ways at waterfalls, for example by slipping, tripping, falling or drowning. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are aware of your limitations, are adequately prepared, dressed, shod &c and we accept no liability for any injuries (or worse) inflicted upon you as a result of using the information on this website.Railway Tracks
A number of waterfalls are accessible only by walking along or crossing railway tracks, which combines trespassing and risk to personal safety into one seamless adventure:
- Many incursions onto railway tracks are considered trespassing;
- Wherever possible, avoid incursions onto the actual lines;
- Incursions onto railway tracks can be dangerous - if you must venture onto the tracks:
- Check that there are no trains approaching;
- Cross the tracks as quickly as possible and get clear of them.
Should you decide to venture onto railway tracks, we accept no liability for any repercussions that you may experience as a result of your trespassing on railway tracks and we accept no liability for any injuries sustained by so doing.
Trails on Water
Where a trail is shown
as being accessible by wading up a creek, the difficulty will be dependent on
many factors, including the flow in the creek, which can change from a gentle trickle to a raging
torrent without notice. The assessment of difficulty is based on our observations, however, it is
your responsibility to determine whether it is safe to take the trail and we accept no liability
for anything that may happen to you or your belongings on the basis of your determination.
Trails on water are shown only when all the other options are either impossible or insanely dangerous.
Damage to Property
While this website usually shows a car park for the start of a route, this is not always possible. While it may be possible to park on a street or by the side of the road, it is your responsibility to ensure that your vehicle is safe, not blocking anyone's access and parked in accordance with municipal/county requirements. We accept no liability for any damages to/loss of your vehicle or its contents, including fines/fixed penalty notices you may receive as a result of using the information on this website.Facilities
Where we display the availability of facilities at various parks, this should not be taken to mean that all of the facilities are available to all persons at all times. Visitor Centres are rarely open 24/7 and where toilet facilities are inside a Visitor Centre, they will be unavailable when the centre is closed. Similarly, where we suggest that disabled facilities are available, we are not suggesting that all the park's amenities are available to persons with any and all disabilities, merely that some of the park's amenities are available to some degree to persons with limited mobility. If the success of your visit is dependent on the availability of one or more facilities, call the relevant authority before planning your trip.Members
Members are encouraged to leave ratings and reviews wherever possible - these help others decide whether or not they will visit a location. Please keep reviews courteous and constructive - foul or abusive language will not be tolerated (bashing civil authorities for doing/not doing something is constructive, however, please be courteous about it). Reviews that may be considered offensive will be removed and repeat offenders may have their accounts blocked, either temporarily or permanently.
