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St. Catharines Waterfalls Tour

 Picturesque waterfalls and forests in the wine capital

Tour Summary

Note: due to low water flow, this tour is not available during summer. Ideal seasons to visit are spring, fall and winter. Please visit our winter section for more information about this tour. 

Explore the stunning waterfalls of the Niagara escarpment in the region of St. Catharines, also known as the “Garden City”. Start your day at the historic site of The Morningstar Mill, dating from 1872, complimented by a charming view of the 26 m Decew falls. If the trail is open, we can hike to the lower Decew Falls and continue to the bottom of the Upper Decew Falls and Faucet falls where you will be able to enjoy the spectacular view of the amphitheater shaped falls. Our next stop at Rockway conservation area includes a hike along the 15 mile creek to explore a variety of water drops that end with a spectacular view of the 19 m. Rockway falls. We continue the tour visiting Balls Falls conservation area to explore the stunning Ball’s falls with its two sections, the upper and lower falls, a 27 m and 11 m water drop, respectively. The first waterfall plumbs into the Twenty mile valley gorge and can be easily seen from a viewpoint just a few meters from the parking lot. The second cascade can be found after a short hike along the riverbed and can be appreciated from the top of the cliffs. Our last stop is Louth Falls, a 1.8 trail loop that features forests and rock formations from the Niagara escarpment to finally reach a 9m drop of a cascade, visible from one side of the trail or near its crest.

All tours start early to avoid traffic and large crowds at our destinations

Our pick-up and drop-off point is at the Bedford Exit of St. George Station. 

All prices include transportation in a comfortable Van or Minivan, all park and entry fees, snacks and tour guides

Decew falls, Rockway falls, Louth falls, Ball's falls, Devils punchbowl (Hamilton)

Rockway falls : unven and rocky terrain with minor steep and slippery sections

Decew, louth and devil's punchbowl: easy  and well maintained terrain with no steep climbing required 

Please visit the FAQ section: "waht to bring and wear" . We strongly encourage participants to dress according to the season and weather forecast

  • What is the departure and arrival point of the tour?
    All Hikingdom Inc. tours leave at 7 am from St. George Subway station at the Bedford Exit (1 Bedford Road) and return to the same address.
  • Is there a minimum or maximun age to join the tour?
    The minimum age to participate in our tours is 16. Note that anyone between 16 and 18 years of age must be accompanies by an adult. There is no maximum age to join the tours as long as the particpant is in good shape and willing to compete the trip
  • Is this a pet friendly tour?
    No, unfortunately pets can't join the tour due to considerations such as pace of the tour, transportation, etc.
  • Can I book a private tour for a group?
    Yes, we offer private tours. Please contact us directly for more information.
  • What type of vehicle is used for the trips?
    A (mini) van of 7 to 12 passengers, depending on demand.
  • I have a medical condition/disability. Can I still joint the trip?
    Please check the eligibility critera for more information General eligibility criteria: Must be able to participate independently and voluntarily, comprehend and follow the instructions provided by the tour guides. Since hiking is a physically demanding activity, all participants are required to move and self manage either independently or with minimal assitance. Unfortunately, the areas to visit are not suitable for people with significant mobility difficulties, even with personal assistance. 2. Must be able to comply with the trail etiquette, safety recommendations and rules of the areas to visit. 3. Participants must be able to follow the activities and times arranged for each activity in the tour. Medical eligibility criteria All participants must be in good general health and physically fit to complete a full hiking day trip. 2. All participants are responsible for knowing and monitoring their own health and must inform the staff about any previous o present medical conditions that may prevent them or put them at risk and their fellow hikers. If so, make sure to get a physician's approval prior to join a tour and inform the staff about it. If the condition is acute or severe, please kindly refrain from participate. 3. All participants dependent on medication must be able to self adiminister and monitor their condition and count with the authorization of a physician when required. 4. Pregnant women in their third trimester should refrain from participate and prior this term we recommend getting a physician's approval. 5. If a medical condition arises prior to the tour, participants must inform the staff. Hikingdom reserves the right to allow participation Note: under any circumstance Hikingdom discriminates based on a person physical or mental state. We act in the most transparent way and for the benefit of our clientes. Therefore, it is necessary to clarify that we must anticipate and minimize all the risks inherent in physical activity outdoors. Since safety is our number one priority, participants must understand that all our destinations include
  • What is it included in my hiking day trip?
    Private transportation (mini-van for 8 passengers) 2 Tour guides A basic snack: fruits and granola bar Park entrance/trails and parking fees when apply
  • I am a new hiker, how fit should I be to join a day trip?
    Rating how fit a person should be is difficult, because it is subjective for each one and what is considered easy for some people, could be difficult for others. In general, we recommend that each participant is in good health, capable of being outdoors and manage several weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, snow) and have the ability to walk long distances without mayor inconveniences. Please check the Tour summary and the difficulty rating of each tour. If you still have questions contact us for more information Individuals with specific medical conditions must count with the authorization of their physician in order to participate. If there are ilnesses/conditions that can potentially put you and the group at riks, you must refrain from participate, even if you agree to do it at your own risk. Recent medical conditions that emerged prior to the trip must be notified, thus the staff may authorize of refuse participation.
  • Can I bring my child?
    No, unfortunately this tours are not suitable for children, due to the conditions of the terrain, weather and distances to be hiked.
  • Are there washroom, restaurants and any other facilties at the destination site?
    There are wasroom facilities at certain destinations. There are no restaurants, ATMS and other facilities available at the destination site. Some tours may require to stop at gas stations, convenience stores or coffee shop. Hikers are encourage to bring their own hygiene products (toilet paper, hand sanitizer) This is a list of the places that offer a public toilet/vault toilet. Keep in mind that during winter season usually most washroom facilities are closed. Flushed toilets: Bruce peninsula Natioal park Killbear provincial park Balls falls Lake of two rivers day use area Niagara glen nature centre (niagara river gorge) Niagara falls Vault toilet: Greig's caves Oxtongue river- ragged falls provincial park Track and tower trail No washrooms available: Lion's head trail Hope bay trail Rockway falls Louth falls
  • What if I get injured or require medical assistance during the trip
    If the condition is minor or previously known, hikers may be able to manage themselves. Our tour guides are also ready to assist and monitor you with basic first aids if required. For more serioues situations our tour guides may solicit the assistance of 911 or Parks Canada emergency services. Under any circumstance, our tour guides are allowed to administer medical subtances or provide advanced medical assistance or rescue services. This is be done only by trained and specialized personel. We encourage participants to be physically fit, in good health and to follow the trail safety recommendations to avoid undesirable situations. For more information visit our section Safety hiking tips and Trail etiquette
  • How many hikers will be on a day trip
    Our trips are designed for small groups, minimum 5 and maximun 7 people. Eventually we will upgrade to 12 people
  • I have a dissability, can I still participate?
    There is a minimun eligibility criteria to join a hiking day trip: *All participants must be in good health
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