Cave of the Winds-Hurricane Deck-Niagara Falls

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Cave of the Winds, Niagara Falls

Hurricane Deck-Cave of the Winds-Niagara Falls

Hurricane Deck brings you within less than about 10 feet of the Bridal Veil waterfall.  Its a part of the Cave of the Winds tour in Niagara Falls.  Standing on the edge of the Hurricane Deck railing, closest to the water falls, is thrilling indeed.   If there is one thing that you can do in Niagara Falls, take the Cave of the Winds tour and spend a few or several minutes clutching the railing closest to the waterfall on the Hurricane Deck.  When the temperature is above 80 degrees, the water feels a bit warmer and one may be able to spend a few extra minutes at the railing; so timing is of the essence.

The warning sign at the ticket counter for the Cave of the Wind should be taken seriously.  Take a ziploc bag to protect your digital cameras.  I have seen folks gleefully shooting away with pocket digital cameras  (Fuji and Canon digital cameras) on the Hurricane Deck!  A somewhat safer option would be to consider working with a friend by taking turns with photography or videography; a longer zoom camera with image stabilization is probably a better tool for the Hurricane Deck.

Skip the Journey Behind the Falls tour of Niagara Falls on the Canadian side.  Invest the time and money in the Maid of the Mist Boat Ride instead.

Tips for Cave of the Winds tour in Niagara Falls

1. There are no storage lockers available and tourists will have to carry their backpacks, strollers, footwear etc. to the Hurricane Deck.
2. Most tourists leave their strollers near the elevator and pick them up upon completion of the tour.
3. Wear the yellow poncho after the ride down in the elevator.
4. Carry a couple of hand or face towels.
5. Protect your watch, electronic equipment, wallet, purse with ziploc bags.
6. Be safe.