niagara glen nature areas

丰沛的水量和神奇的地质形貌造就了大瀑布。很壮观。那水雾形成的彩虹更增加了景观的可看性。景点不收费值得表扬。不过乘船近距离体验瀑布可是要花银子的。

This unique site is a beautiful nature area on the Niagara river. It is a nice walk and has a lot of routes to choose from. Would make a lovely day trip for a family, or a nice nature picnic date. The nice thing about the glen is that there are a bunch of large size boulders scattered throughout which you can climb on. Be sure to pack your crash pad and climbing shoes.

100% Free. This trail is not for everyone. I saw old people, people with really young kids, and girls in high heels (we saw all of these people struggling on the trail). This is not a lameass nature trail, this is an intermediate hike with very steep, narrow, and rocky parts. Great hike for active couples or people trying to work off a SKOR bar beaver tail, but PLEASE don't go here unprepared. You need good shoes, water bottles, sunscreen, etc. all the stuff you'd need for a regular hike up in the mountains. If you do the whole trek, prepare to be exhausted and sweaty at the end of it. That all being said, went here w/ the wife and we had an awesome time and it was definitely the highlight of our trip. We got to see the speedboats whizzing by as we hiked and there are definitely a lot of super quiet, serene spots where you can soak it all in. You DO NOT need a car to get here at all. We stayed at the Sheraton on the Falls and took the Green WEGO bus line from Clifton Hill to Niagara Glen (15-20 mins). It drops you off right in front of the souvenir shop. From the souvenir shop, just walk straight back and you'll see the trail. You go down a bunch of metal stairs and you're there. To get back to downtown, just take the same Green WEGO bus. It'll take you up to Queenstown Heights and then it'll turn around and head back to Clifton Hill (30 mins'ish). It's definitely longer by bus, but if you don't have a rental car or don't want to take your car out of the parking lot, this is the way to go. If you DO drive, there's an enormous parking lot so you won't have to worry about that. The souvenir shop has bathrooms and drinks to buy. I think you can go here to book the speedboats too in the summer time.

We took the guided tour for our first trip into the Glen and learned a lot about the area, vegetation and wildlife in the area! The kids were a bit tired by the end as it is a fairly long walk.

While the natural attractions of the area have been highly commercialized, we found the Canadian side to be tasteful and respectful of the amazing natural areas. We especially enjoyed the ride on the Hornblower, the Canadian correlate of the Maid of the Mist, the Whirlpool visit and the nature hike along the river.

Loved it here. Took a trail down by the water, and then walked around the rocky shore. If you look under the "cave" openings you can find cool looking Canada rocks. Saw robins, blue jays, cardinals, and lots of gulls - but only here during winter months. May be more populated in the warmer months. Nonetheless, it's pretty spectacular to watch the gulls flock around the river and dive for fish. Seems like a good spot for fishing, if that is your thing, but can not comment. Note: there are faster trails to the bottom (off trail) - the paved one is a long meandering walk. However, take appropriate shoes as I can see how it may be steep for the inexperienced hiker. Definitely do-able, and quite a basic/intermediate hike...depending on what you are used to. Go! It's fun, and beautiful.

My husband and I went here on a short getaway and spent about 2 hours on the trail. It was extremely cold (late December, just had a cold snap), especially by the water, but it was still completely worth it. The trails were very well marked and easy to follow, not to mention incredibly beautiful and breathtaking at many points along the way. We'll definitely be back to explore more trails and could easily spend the day here. Definitely worth it.

Awesome trails for hiking and 100% free. Allow a few hours and meander all the way down to the rapids- it's worth it. Watch the whirlpool jet boat navigate it's way through. Pick a sunny day to picnic on the rocks- inches from the thundering rapids. Be careful to stay out of water- danger lurks. Go on a weekday out of the summer season and you practically have the trails to yourself. Plan to have a moderately difficult 20 minute hike down and 25 minutes back up to the top. Wear boots. Have fun and enjoy the fresh air.

The Niagara Glen is beautiful from every angle you look at it. Be aware that you hike close to the Niagara Gorge, so respect signs to stay away from the water as rocks can get very slippery. If you are looking for a great and challenging hike with beautiful signs check out the Niagara Glen!! I've also been in October and it is just amazing with all the fall colours. Bring water, there are no washrooms on the hike trails, dress for the weather you will be hiking in.

This is another place to visit when in the Niagara area season permitting of course. There is a hiking trail down to the river as well as outdoor cooking areas to sit and enjoy food and take in the scenery.

I have been visiting the glen for years and it never disappoints. Very clean, beautiful and great exercise. It is a must see if you are visiting Niagara

This is one of the most beautiful hikes I have ever been on. The view of the Niagara River is breathtaking. The paths are in good shape and around every bend in the path there is wonderful scenery.

You don't have to be a great hiker to go down into the Glen gorge, being fit helps and wearing good shoes is recommended. Every time I come here I see something new. "The Glen" is an area formed by the erosion of the Niagara River due to the waterfall, which has its origin in Queenston 12,000 yrs ago. It has huge boulders a great fauna and beautiful views in the woods and near the river. You can study the trail map at the entrance or buy a map in the Nature store. During the summer you can go on a guided tour. The shortest loop can be done well within an hour. If you really take in all the natures beauty you can spend many hours here. Bouldering can only be done with a permit from the Niagara Parks Commission (online). Enjoy your hike. Please don't litter, Leave no Trace!PS I am a "Friends of the Glen" member (not a NPC employee).

Great. Hike all the way to the bottom where you can get totally mesmerized watching the power of this river and the whirlpool waves. On a clear day, the water is the most pretty emerald green. We pack a lunch and sit on a rock watching the never ending show. Favourite season is the fall as the leaves in full colour just add to the beauty. But great in summer too. And, it's free. Totally not commercialized. Proper footwear recommended as the trail can be steep and there are many exposed tree roots. A perfect outing.

Every little tourist attraction costs $ in Niagara, but here was finally one place that didn't feel touristy or overrun, and was completely free! Here was the beautiful, natural experience we were seeking. It was the one place where you could get a sense of the area's primordial beauty before it became a Las Vegas wannabe. We took the WeGo bus on the green line to get there, first stopping at the Whitewater Walk. The Whitewater Walk was thrilling, but honestly, if I had been to Niagara Glen first, I might have skipped it to save money. You can't see as many rapids at Niagara Glen, but you still get a sense of the strength of the river and you can also spend hours, rather than just a short walk, exploring beautiful, excitingly steep (at times) trails. We climbed down a steep embankment and sat on some big rocks right beside the river and just sat watching the 42 species of gulls doing their thing as the water gently lapped the shore. Across the way, you could see hikers on the New York side. It was so peaceful I didn't even mind the lewd graffiti on some of the rocks (probably contributed by local teens). After the noise and clutter of the main areas of Niagara Falls, I couldn't have asked for a better way to unwind and enjoy the area. I only wish I had allotted more time for this place, so I could have hiked all the trails!