8 Secret Waterfall Hikes In Ontario That Lead To Breathtaking Cascades
Adventure awaits!
Weavers Creek Falls in Owen Sound, Ontario. Right: Mazukama Falls in Thunder Bay, Ontario.
Spring is the perfect time to chase waterfalls, and these hidden cascades will fuel your wanderlust. You can hike to some gorgeous waterfalls around the province and enjoy scenic views, forest trails, and more.
The hikes range from short to long, so depending on how much of an adventure you're up for, you can choose the length that's right for you.
Wilson's Falls
Price: Free
Address: 461 Wilsons Falls Rd., Bracebridge, ON
Why You Need To Go: This 3.6-kilometre trail takes you through a lush forest, over a bridge, and past magnificent rocks of the Canadian Shield. You can enjoy a picnic by the falls for a dreamy spring outing.
Jones Falls
Price: Free admission
Address: Highway 21, Owen Sound, ON
Why You Need To Go: If you're not up for a big hike, then this short trail is for you. You'll travel through a rocky crevice to a hidden glade with a gorgeous waterfall.
Mazukama Falls
Price: Free
Address: Mazukama Falls Hiking Trail, Thunder Bay, ON
Why You Need To Go: Complete with towering red cliffs, this waterfall looks like something from another land. The hike leads past multiple waterfalls and an old-growth cedar forest.
Stubbs Falls
Price: Prices vary
Address: 451 Arrowhead Park Rd., Huntsville, ON
Why You Need To Go: Located in Arrowhead Provincial Park, Stubbs Falls is a beautiful spot to explore in the spring when it's surrounded by wildflowers.
Ragged Falls
Price: Prices vary
When: Opening May 13, 2022
Address: Hwy 60, before entrance to Algonquin Park
Why You Need To Go: Boasting one of the top 10 waterfalls in Ontario, this kilometre-long trail leads to a spectacular lookout over the whitewater cascade.
Aubrey Falls
Price: Prices vary
Address: Aubrey Falls, Algoma, Unorganized, North Part, ON
Why You Need To Go: You can take a trip to Aubrey Falls Provincial Park to discover this waterfall, which has seven different chutes. The two-kilometre loop includes a bridge over the gorge and a viewing area.
Weavers Creek Falls
Price: Free
Address: Weaver's Creek Falls, Owen Sound, ON
Why You Need To Go: Stroll along a boardwalk trail to reach this picturesque waterfall. Be sure to stay in the designated area, as the cascade itself is on private property.
Smokey Hollow Falls
Price: Free
Address: 80 Mill St. S., Waterdown, ON
Why You Need To Go: This 3.5-kilometre hike isn't an easy one, so prepare for a workout! The scenic falls can be enjoyed from a nearby viewing platform.
Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.