Waterfall

Harmony Falls

Also known as: Friel Falls, Friel Lake Falls

84XRV242+HH

Harmony Falls
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About This Waterfall

Since Harmony Falls flow almost directly into the ocean the only way to see the falls is either by boat or from the air. The falls are distantly visible from the Earl's Cove - Saltery Bay Ferry, but can only be approached closely via a personal craft.Harmony Falls is a lofty coastal waterfall found in Hotham Sound in British Columbia's Sunshine Coast. The falls drop just over 1,450 feet out of Friel Lake, ending almost directly in the waters of the ocean. Friel Lake occupies a low elevation plateau on a peninsula dividing Hotham Sound and Jervis Inlet and because of its low elevation doesn't frequently receive heavy snowfall. As a result, Friel Lake is largely dependent on rainfall and only produces a flow at its outlet during the wet season, resulting in Harmony Falls running dry by mid-Summer in most years (earlier in low precipitation winters).The falls were named for the nearby Harmony Islands, but are frequently cited as Friel Lake Falls after its source.

Waterfall Details

Waterfall Form

Tiered Horsetails

Best Time to Visit

Winter - Spring

Total Height

1,456ft

Tallest Drop

400ft

Number of Drops

5

Run

1,500ft

Avg Width

40ft

Max Width

75ft

Pitch

80°

Magnitude

37.83

High Flow

50cfs

Low Flow

1cfs

IWC Rating:2.96
Feeder Stream:Friel Creek
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Getting There

Address

84XRV242+HH

GPS Coordinates

49.856464, -123.998532

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Quick Facts

TypeWaterfall
FormTiered Horsetails
Best SeasonWinter - Spring
StatusConfirmed

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Tips

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Best photos during golden hour or after rain.

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A hike may be required to reach the falls.

Safety Info

Stay on marked trails. Rocks near waterfalls are extremely slippery.

Never swim at the top of a waterfall. Strong currents can be deceptive.

Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.