Decew Falls is a huge part of Thorold's history. The waterfall which is located below the mill, is a place

tourists, students, and locals continue to visit. The two waterfalls located there are called the upper and

lower Decew Falls. There are several trails in which you can take to explore the falls, some shorter and

some longer.

A user by the name of Wolfmaan visited the locked off tunnel and stated that "The walls felt cool to the

touch and slimy, and we could smell a musty mildew-like smell which is common in areas like this.

Heading deeper into the old tunnel we could see something reflecting in our torches up ahead. The

tunnel got wider at one point, then narrowed again. The walls in some areas were covered in rust

coloured slime with water slowly dripping off them to form stalactites on the ceiling".

Hiking trails

The stone mill, built in 1872 for the purpose of blacksmithing and carpentry, was rebuilt after it was

destroyed in a fire taking place in 1895.

The City of St. Catharines

"The gorge is extremely steep and therefore great caution must be taken. The waterfall can be viewed

safely from the top. When hiking in the area, travel in pairs rather than alone, and always stick to the

trail. An accidental fall may result in serious injury or death. Be wary that the area around the falls may

be slippery and wet. Also be aware of falling rocks from above."