Waterfall Hikes Near Hamilton, ON

721,053 residents
90 Waterfalls

within 80 km

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hamilton? There are 90 waterfall hiking trails within an 80 km radius of Hamilton. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 43.2561°N, -79.8575°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hamilton

Today's Conditions

Live data from the Water Survey of Canada

Water Flow

86 of 90 gauged

2 of 86 waterfalls near Hamilton are flowing strongly today

Updated 38 minutes ago via Water Survey of Canada

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Cloudy · 13°F

Tod 24°F Cloudy
Thu 17°F Light Drizzle
Fri 15°F Light Drizzle
Sat 11°F Light Rain
Sun 13°F Cloudy Best
Mon 15°F Partly Cloudy
Tue 16°F Cloudy

Flowing best right now near Hamilton

Updated about 4 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 1.1 m³/s 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cataract Falls Moderate · 1.7 m³/s 71st percentile
  3. 3 Victoria Falls Moderate · 0.8 m³/s 65th percentile
  4. 4 Lynn River Falls Moderate · 1.5 m³/s 64th percentile
  5. 5 Devil's Creek Falls Moderate · 14 m³/s 35th percentile
  6. 6 Washboard Falls Moderate · 0.1 m³/s 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hamilton (51 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

4.3 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
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4.4 km away
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Drive Up
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4.8 km away
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Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

All 90 Waterfalls Near Hamilton

4.1 km away
Ontario
Unknown
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4.3 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
4.3 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
4.4 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
4.7 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
4.8 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
5.2 km away
Ontario
Easy
1.9 km Unknown
5.7 km away
Ontario
Easy
Unknown Unknown
5.7 km away
Ontario
Easy
Unknown Unknown
6.2 km away
In Iroquoia Heights
Ontario
Moderate
0.6 km Unknown
6.6 km away
Ontario
Easy
3.7 km 74 m
6.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.3 km 30 m
7 km away
Ontario
Easy
Unknown Unknown
7.1 km away
Ontario
Easy
3.7 km 25 m
7.1 km away
In Iroquoia Heights
Ontario
Moderate
7.4 km 121 m
7.2 km away
In Iroquoia Heights
Ontario
Easy
1.0 km 30 m
7.3 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
7.6 km away
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km 84 m
7.6 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
8 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.2 km Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hamilton

Are there free waterfalls near Hamilton?

There are 84 free waterfalls near Hamilton, including Albion Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hamilton?

There are 51 easy waterfall hikes near Hamilton, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hamilton?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hamilton, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hamilton?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hamilton, including American Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hamilton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hamilton is Albion Falls at 0.2 km round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hamilton?

The tallest waterfall near Hamilton is Bridal Veil Falls at 55 metres.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hamilton?

Yes, 86 waterfalls near Hamilton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hamilton?

The closest waterfall to Hamilton is Chedoke Falls, approximately 4.1 km away.

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