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11 Majestic Ontario Waterfalls You Have To See At Least Once In Your Life

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Staff Writer

Not every paradise is tropical. Here are all the majestic Ontario waterfalls that you need to see at least once in your life.

The next time you need a change of scenery, lace up your hiking boots, forget TLC's advice, and go ahead and chase some waterfalls.

Editor's Choice: 8 Lesser-Known Hiking Trails In Ontario That You Can Enjoy Without The Crowds

Throughout the province, there are so many breathtaking hikes where you'll be able to see some incredible nature.

Here are all the spots you'll want to add to your bucket list.

Albion Falls

Price: Free

Address: 885 Mountain Brow Blvd., Hamilton, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can get an extraordinary view of the 19-metre tall falls that look like they belong in a fantasy movie.

Bridal Veil Falls

Price: Free

Address: Bridal Veil Falls, Billings, ON

Why You Need To Go: If you are up for a 2 to 4-hour hike, you can visit a waterfall that tumbles into a shimmering pool.

Rideau Falls

Price: Free

Address: Rideau Falls, Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: They are in the heart of the city, so you can visit them even if you don't have a car.

Inglis Falls

Price: $10 per vehicle

Address: 237785 Inglis Falls Rd., Owen Sound, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can get a fantastic photo of the 18-metre tall natural wonder from the viewing platform.

Hoggs Falls

Price: Free

Address: Lower Valley Rd., Grey Highlands, ON

Why You Need To Go: It is a secret gem that you can reach by following a short trail through the forest.

Tiffany Falls

Price: $5.00+ per vehicle

Address: 900 Wilson St. E., Hamilton, ON

Why You Need To Go: It is a 21-metre tall waterfall that will take you approximately 10 minutes on foot to reach.

Jones Falls

Price: Free

Address: Highway 21, Owen Sound, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can bring your dog with you as you visit the 12-metre tall falls.

Kakabeka Falls

Price: $10.84 per vehicle

Address: Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park, Kakabeka Falls, ON

Why You Need To Go: It is the second tallest waterfall in Ontario and is easily accessible from a boardwalk.

Niagara Falls

Price: Free

Address: Niagara Falls, ON

Why You Need To Go: Without question, no Ontario waterfall list would be complete without visiting the world-famous Niagara Falls.

Silver Falls

Price: $10.84 per vehicle

Address: Silver Falls Provincial Park, Thunder Bay, ON

Why You Need To Go: It doesn't matter how many times you visit, you'll never get tired of the view of the roaring falls.

Hog's Back Falls

Price: Free

Address: Hog's Back Rd., Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can see several waterfalls right next to each other.

Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

  • Stephanie White was an Ottawa-based Associate Editor for Narcity Canada. She has been writing mouthwatering food and wanderlust-inspiring articles for Canadians since 2012. She has a B.A. and B.Ed. from Ottawa University. When she isn't writing, you can find her travelling the globe and trying new restaurants. Stephanie has previously been published on Insider, Flight Network, Apartment Therapy, Faces Magazine, Daily Hive, Dished and The Spruce.

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