Niagara River Recreation Trail
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TravelingBum10
United States2,702 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Couples
Lots of hiking, walking or bike riding. The trails go on for miles. There’s one that takes you down to the river gorge. We did not do it but there’s some great view from the top.
Written June 15, 2023
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Trevor P
10 contributions
Oct. 2022
Very rugged and scenic trails down in the gorge. Park staff at the interpretive center were very helpful
Written November 11, 2022
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Harold B
1 contribution
Sep. 2022 • Couples
Cycling from Ft. Erie to Niagara Falls (Sept.2/22) was a bone-jarring experience! Mountain bikers with shock absorbers might find the trail tolerable but NOT recreational cyclists interested in enjoying the scenery. The trail is very rough, often too narrow and clearly in need of some serious upgrading! In hindsight, we would have been better off on the Parkway road.
Written September 2, 2022
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jeffry w
4 contributions
Aug. 2022
Over looks Niagara River.- good view of boats. Shady in morning and sunny in afternoon. Good for recreational bicycling - relatively flat.
Written August 16, 2022
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Scott J
37 contributions
Sep. 2021
We just finished a piecewise round trip from Lake Ontario (fort Mississauga) to the Falls. We walked in roughly 4 mile stretches (and then back to the car), over several trips and this trip we finished the whole northern half of the trail. In most places it is in very good shape. Go early to avoid the heaviest bike traffic. Many lovely views of the gorge and an abundance of greenery. There are many place to park along the way, many wineries, and several historic sites, a nature center, plus the usual Niagara falls tourist attractions. Between the Whirlpool overlook and the Aerocar area is a trail that goes down to the water. We enjoyed this trail a lot! Next year we start on the Falls to Lake Erie.
Written September 7, 2021
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SimonOnVacation
Toronto, Canada354 contributions
Aug. 2021
We've been riding our bikes on this trail for quite some time now and we love it. The path is never the same - rolls down, slight inclines, nice turns, scenic views and nature all around. You can even do your own winery tours, vegetable and fruit stand shops abound on the weekends as well.
Written August 26, 2021
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DeerParkMom
Toronto, Canada80 contributions
Jul. 2021
We cycled with two other couples who all had varying levels of cycling experience. Fairly easy bike ride with lots of interesting attractions and vistas.
Written August 10, 2021
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Brawnetml
Summerville, Canada539 contributions
Jul. 2021
We just did the section from Niagara Falls to NOTL, about 70km's or so, but the trail is so awesome, beautiful scenery, the Niagara River beside you....lots of places to stop, park and have lunch. You end up right into the old historic town. Plus we stopped at a couple of wineries. Great experience.
Written July 12, 2021
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Brady D
4 contributions
Jun. 2021
Beautiful lake views. The recreational trail feels like being taken back in time with all the grand houses that flank the other side of the road. It's an easy enough trail, appropriate for all levels of cycling-- we biked in the rain so it might be a bit narrow/busy on warm summer days
Written June 21, 2021
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Robby G C
Toronto, Canada78,235 contributions
Jun. 2020
This is the Niagara River Recreation Trail.
We can hike or walk.
It is beautiful!
It has lots of trees
I like the river of both Canadian and States.
A huge bridge to see the Niagara River.
Another bridge.
This is made with wood. Still the Niagara River can be seen.
The Niagara River is amazing!
People swim here.
There is a mountain as well.
I like this place. Wow!
We can hike or walk.
It is beautiful!
It has lots of trees
I like the river of both Canadian and States.
A huge bridge to see the Niagara River.
Another bridge.
This is made with wood. Still the Niagara River can be seen.
The Niagara River is amazing!
People swim here.
There is a mountain as well.
I like this place. Wow!
Written April 6, 2021
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AlleyOopDinosaur
North America107 contributions
Hi Garden Angel, could you please give me more details of your walk from NOTL to NF as, we are hoping to do this in summer of 2021 if all is well and Covid-19 pandemic is over.
Our plan are to take Go train or Go bus to NOTL and stay for 2-3 days. Then, break the 54 km walk into 2 stages, staying somewhere halfway to Niagara Falls.
It would be great to hear from you. Your recommendations and suggestions will be much appreciated.
Thank you.
mm137
New Jersey235 contributions
My kids are good bikers for a distance of 8 miles. Their bikes have no gears. Do you have suggestions for the best 4 mile (out & back) stretch of this trail for scenery, minimal hills, bathroom. Thank you.
Ellen
Niagara Falls, Canada143 contributions
Hi, if you park in Chippawa and bike north as far as the falls, you will see the most interesting parts of the upper river. Then, you can drive to the Aero Car (where you can park for free) and bike further north, you will see the best parts of the Niagara Gorge.
Regarding a review of the greenhouse on the Niagara Recreation Trail "was stunning with a full house of white, pink and rose cyclamens. The succulent plants indoors are a wonder to see. But best of all was the outdoor trail which featured several models and a most interesting display of birdhouses, all constructed from bark, twigs and stones. Even on a winter's day, this is a spectacle. The miniature lake and operating small size train completed the sights" Where exactly is this and how can I find out hours of operation? We are coordinating a trip for widows and would love to include this. Can anyone help us? Ours is a volunteer group so any leads are most appreciated.
Maryhiker
East London, South Africa
Hi!
Can we walk from Niagara Falls to Niagara-on-the-Lake on a trail the whole way, or is part of it on roads?
Also, what's the best way from NOTL to Toronto? I'm having difficulty researching this. Is there a bus / Greyhound / train and would it go from NF or NOTL?
We don't like hiring cars or flying. We like feet or public transport if possible. Advice welcome. Thanks.
TravelingMom876
Scranton, PA63 contributions
There is a bike path and adequate sidewalks from Niagara Falls to Niagara-on-the-Lake. It would be a long but scenic walk, approximately 10-15 miles. Biking would be easier than walking and I’m sure that public transportation is available. Check with your hotel concierge. If you like to hike, there are some awesome paths that take you right down to the river. I highly recommend that, too!
RandiFayeC
Longwood, FL1,036 contributions
Hi - I am planning a trip for early October 2017. I would like to walk (as opposed to bike) the trail one day. Would be looking for 4-5 miles. Any suggestions for trail head parking? Routes? We will be coming from the NF Hilton on the Canadian side.
thanks!
trailernomad
King City, Canada201 contributions
Hi! In addition to biking the trail I've also walked it from Niagara on the lake (NOTL) to Niagara Falls. In my opinion, the best part of the walk is the section between NOTL and Queenston (about the halfway mark so about 12K. There are lots of gorgeous homes and properties along the river to admire as you walk, in addition to many wineries you can stop in at and sample their stock. We ate a good lunch at a nice spot right along the trail, maybe about 4 or 5 K from where we started in Fort George in NOTL but I can't remember the name of it :-(
It looked like there was lots of parking at Fort George so I'd recommend starting there and just walk for however long you feel like along the trail. You can get your 4-5 miles in no problem. Not sure if the parking there is free or not, we bussed it there from Niagara Falls.
There were also plenty of little picnic areas with parking along the trail between Queenston and NOTL so you could also start your walk at any of them if you find an area you'd like to explore.
Have fun and enjoy the scenery!
prathibha r
7 contributions
Hi, I am planning to visit Niagara falls and also see the Tulips in Niagara Parks Garden Trail. Can anyone suggest me when is the right time. I am planning for sometime by end of May.
Thanks,
Prathibha
Villagepc
Mississauga, Canada90 contributions
The end of May would be a lovely time to visit the area.
Craig E
Fairport, NY56 contributions
Where is the trailhead for those staying in NOTL? Is there free parking there?
Ahorntime2run
Des Moines, IA20 contributions
Also, yes the parking is free at the parks.
c2showers
Dayton, OH
Where is it located?
Ahorntime2run
Des Moines, IA20 contributions
It's along the river/Niagara Parkway.
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