Hamilton Nature Trails
Welcome to Hamilton!
Rich in history and culture and surrounded by spectacular nature, Hamilton, Ontario is a city like no other. Unique for its distinctive urban feel and vibrant arts and culture, Hamilton also boasts deep roots and a proud history. Bounded by the picturesque southern shores of Lake Ontario and the lush trails of the Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, Hamilton offers incredible access to conservation and recreation lands, amazing waterfalls, and is a natural playground for cyclists, hikers, boaters and outdoor adventurers.
It’s time to meet the Hamilton you don’t know. It’s a city where arts thrive, from grass-roots galleries to century-old institutions. And where history’s presence is celebrated and honoured through its National Historic Sites, renowned museums and architecture. It’s a destination that unfolds in surprising ways, from its stunning natural beauty to a vibrant culinary scene. However you spend your time, let your sense of adventure guide you to new and exciting places around this dynamic, authentic destination.
Ideally located in the heart of the country’s most popular travel destinations, the Hamilton lies halfway between Toronto and Niagara Falls, less than an hour from each, making it an ideal destination, an attractive overnight detour, or a convenient stopover.
You will find some of the best hiking and nature trails in Ontario right here in Hamilton.
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The Loop Trail, part of the Open Space Replacement Strategy, starts in the Red Hill Valley at the Niagara Escarpment and forms a large connected loop from there to Mount Albion Conservation Area, to the Eramosa Karst lands, to Felker’s Falls Conservation Area and then...
Filled with underground caves and streams, meadows and forests, the Eramosa Karst is one of the watershed’s unique natural gems. Eramosa Karst is located in the south western section of Stoney Creek area of Hamilton. A perfect location for hiking, nature...
Felker’s Falls Conservation Area is a beautiful spot just steps away from an urban environment. This escarpment area is forested and features Felker’s Falls, a 20-metre ribbon waterfall, scenic vantage points and trails, including the Peter Street Trail, a wheelchair...
The Fletcher Creek Ecological Preserve is a unique natural area. An abandoned quarry at the site was rehabilitated, resulting in the creation of a rare type of wetland. Environmental improvements to the area resulting from the restoration are significant and include...
This loop trail starts at a parking lot, under hydro towers, on Scenic Dr, Hamilton. Head west on the main white blazed Bruce Trail until arriving at the intersection with the Iroquoia Heights Side Trail. The main trail turns right while the Side Trail continues...
The Lafarge 2000 Trail is a joint project between the City of Hamilton and the Hamilton Conservation Authority. It offers users a look at the varied and unique natural features along its path, including the Beverly Swamp, Dundas Valley and Christie Lake Conservation...
This loop trail begins at the parking lot for Albion Falls, 768 Mountain Brow Blvd, Hamilton. Walk the loop clockwise. Follow the blue blazed Mountain Brow Side Trail, past the Buttermilk Falls until the trail intersects with the Red Hill Creek Side Trail. Turn right...
Beginning at the top of the Niagara Escarpment (Mud Street, adjacent to Kings Forest Park), the Red Hill Valley Recreational Trail traverses the escarpment and runs northeast through the Red Hill Valley to its end at Brampton Street, south of the Queen Elizabeth...
Royal Botanical Gardens’ 1,100 hectares is dominated by nature sanctuaries enveloping the western end of Lake Ontario. These form a Nodal Park within the Niagara Escarpment World Biosphere Reserve (UNESCO) and the heart of the Cootes to Escarpment Ecopark System. With...
Spencer Creek Trail This 2.5 kilometre footpath runs from Ogilvie Street bridge over the Spencer Creek, and west to the Mill Street bridge. From there, sidewalks link to the Bruce Trail near the CN overpass on Highway 8. The Trail is, at present, a natural footpath...