We decided to get out of the city cause weather was great (before the super cold and snow are on…read morethe way). We decided to hit up Ball's Falls. After about an hour's drive, we arrived. Needed to pay for parking and so I entered to take care of business. The safety protocol is up and they got things setup. The conservation centre is clean and directions are clearly labelled for entrances and exits. We began our walk to the lower falls area and the historic village. I like this little village with its history. The walk was light. Only downside the water level was low, but that's totally okay. Great scenery. After some lunch time, we trekked up to the upper falls and the views are more stunning. Note, hiking shoes are highly recommended as the trail can be challenging. Overall experience isn't bad. We will check out other places in the NRCA.

Went here for a nice afternoon walking trail to see the falls as I love waterfalls. On…read moreresearching, the pictures of the falls looked glorious. On arrival, you have to go to the office to purchase tickets, $8.00 per adult. This is a bit on the higher side, but I tried to justify it that it is a conservation area. On paying, we were informed that there is no falls as there has been no rain. I asked, not even a trickle? Nope, none. In my mind, that is hard to believe, so off we go. There is an upper and lower fall. We head off to the upper first. The trail to the fall was through trees - quiet, uneventful. There are slight gradings, but nothing too strenuous. Well, we reach the 'falls', yep, bone dry. All you see was the rocks. We made the best of it and appreciated what could be. At the bottom there was just pools of sitting water. So off we go to the lower falls. From here it was a little confusing how to head there as the signage was a bit lacking and the office doesn't give out a trail map. Luckily, we took a picture of the map before heading out. There is only a map at the start, but once you reach the upper falls, there is none from there. The walk to lower falls is a little rougher. You are walking beside the 'water'. This would have been a really pleasant walk if there was water running. On the way to the lower falls, you go through an area with heritage buildings. There are plaques outside each building with the details of what it was and the history. This was a nice variance to the trek. From here we were lost. Couldn't figure out how to get to the lower falls as there was no signage. We headed up a large stairs to the right - wrong. This took us to another trail so we turned back. Finally we headed another way (even the map picture we had taken wasn't clear). We finally came up on the 'falls', dry. This would also have been wonderous if there was water. Overall, the hike was pleasant. I would come back but just make sure only after there has been rain. The pictures I see of when there is water is intriguing.

Lovely verdant park, a good twenty minutes drive off the touristy beaten path, north of the Falls,…read morein the beautifully manicured town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. We spent most of the time in this area during our visit. You drive past many lush vineyards on the way here where you can pick up a lovely bottle of wine. Purchase some fromage and a baguette from one of the shops on Queen or King Street. Enjoy a picnic under the trees after a leisurely stroll. You can Thank me later! ;) Thank you for reading

Beautiful little park right in the main tourist drag in NOTL. There were numerous benches and…read morepicnic tables so you could enjoy the park. There is also a great area for kids to play, beautiful flowers and fountains. Great stop for a picnic, to people watch, sit and read a book, or relax and enjoy your surroundings.

We were in NOTL during a sweltering heat wave and would have dearly loved to swim here. But you…read moreabsolutely need water shoes! The "beach" is very pebbly, not sandy, and so is the lake floor. Too sharp and hard on our feet. I wish we'd known ahead of time.

You can't beat the views! You're at the point where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. If you…read morelook across the river, you will see Fort Niagara on the American side (New York State). We did not walk to the Queens Royal Park. We will have to do that on our next visit. Rather, we stopped near the Battlefield of Fort George National Historic Site. When you're done shopping and eating in the town of Niagara on the Lake, make your way over here for nature at its finest. There's a reason why they called this the Great Lakes.

Terrapin Point gets you as close to the falls as you can without taking a boat. On the United…read moreStates side this is by far the best viewpoint of Horseshoe Falls. If you are not up for a walk you can drive here and park at the nearby lot and it is a short walk. It's a beautiful view and no matter where you are on the walkway you will get a great shot of the falls. If you want to just sit and take it in, you can. On a nice warm day, the mist every so often off the falls feels good hitting your face while the sun is baking you. This can be as quick a visit as you want it to be. Or you can just sit hear all day and watch the hoards of tourist coming and going.

Great view of Niagara Falls!…read more Terrapin Point is the closest viewing of the falls from the USA without getting on the Maid of the Mist boat ride. If you haven't done the Maid of the Mist, I still think it is worth it BTW. The mist from the falls is so strong that you will get hit from it standing close to the edge. During busy times it can be hard to get a nice camera shot of the falls as everyone else is looking for the same shot. The sun is also pretty strong at times so getting a perfect shot is always difficult. Niagara Falls is indeed awe inspiring and I do try to stop by every time I'm nearby. With erosion and decay on the horizon, I'm hopeful that I'll still be able to enjoy this site for many years to come. As some others have noted, parking is anywhere from free with your National Park Pass, $10 or $15. I didn't take particular note of the difference between $10 and $15 but I think it depends on if you have a much larger vehicle like a RV.

I lived in the Niagara Region forever and only recently found this amazing place. The walks on the…read moretrails are incredibly relaxing. I absolutely love the boardwalk over the lake. Not many people here which leaves natures beauty unspoiled. Decent amount of parking and easy access from the highway.

POWERFUL! 4.8…read more We travel internationally far more often than we travel within the States, but a visit to Niagara Falls should undoubtedly be on everyone's U.S. bucket list. So, of course, while vacationing in Syracuse, we had to make the drive west to experience this spectacular wonder, one of the "Seven Natural Wonders of North America." Many years ago, I had seen the falls from the Canadian side, but this trip offered an entirely different perspective from the New York vantage point. There are three waterfalls in total, separated by landmasses: Horseshoe Falls, the largest of the three; American Falls, the second largest; and Bridal Veil Falls, the smallest. While Niagara Falls doesn't rank among the world's tallest waterfalls, in fact, it doesn't make the top 500. It is the sheer width, immense volume, and astonishing flow rate that make it so impressive. The seemingly endless torrent of water comes from the Great Lakes, with four of the five, Superior, Michigan, Huron, and Erie, ultimately feeding the Niagara River. There is a large visitor parking lot where you pay a fee, but once inside Niagara Falls State Park, you're free to explore on foot. There are several paid tours and attractions, but we opted to simply follow the "Attractions & Trails" map and make our way through the park at our own pace. We started at Stop #2, Terrapin Point, for an up-close view of the massive Horseshoe Falls. Standing there, surrounded by the thunderous roar and tremendous force of the rushing water, was awe-inspiring. Following the map, we continued along the paved walkway all the way to the end, where we discovered a quieter trail with noticeably fewer crowds. It was wonderfully peaceful, watching and listening to the gentle stream of water which was a striking contrast to the thunderous falls just moments before. The trail eventually looped us back around to the main pathway. For lunch, we stopped at The Top of the Falls Restaurant. I ordered the Blue Niagara Splash cocktail, and we shared a chicken wrap and salad. The food was basic diner fare, but it did the job and satisfied our need for a quick bite before heading out. If you're up for witnessing something truly spectacular, put Niagara Falls on your list. At our leisurely pace, we spent a little over two hours exploring the park. Since we needed to be back in Syracuse by late afternoon, we left before seeing the falls illuminated at night. For that, it gives us one more reason to return.

While in Buffalo, I decided to visit Niagara Falls. After being issued a poncho, a boat takes you…read moreout allowing you to feel the powerful winds and water emitting from this magnificent feature of nature. It was an incredible experience to witness up close. Fun fact: Niagara Falls is actually three waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. At peak flow, about 750,000 gallons of water per second can go over the falls.

They were replanting the clock when I was there, so I couldn't fully experience it. On the other…read morehand, there was no crowd, so I was able to get up close quickly and got to watch them setting it up. A nice little concept, that probably looks a lot better when its fully planted.

I went here on a Friday around 5:10pm after visiting the Living Water Wayside Chapel because it was…read morepart of the Zoom Tour to Niagara Falls I was on. There was a lot of people there, so everyone had to wait before getting their picture with the clock. This Floral Clock is really pretty and colorful. I think it's cool how this clock is still working. We only spent about 20 minutes here since there isn't much to do there, but it is cool to look at. I'd recommend visiting this clock! It's a touristy location, so it might take awhile for you to get your picture, but it was fun looking at it.

This hidden park is a little tough to find unless you live right next to it. It's not too small of…read morea space, is well maintained and has a really nice playground (that's pretty state of the art, given the solar panels, disability swing, etc.). It overlooks some undeveloped land, which, I believe, is a planned future subdivision. Because of this however, coyotes do visit sometimes. It's also pretty overrun with mosquitoes in the evenings (especially late summer and early fall). I don't know if it's the tall spruces, water runoff, or what, but compared to other parts of NoTL, this is kind of a mosquito haven. Overall though, this is a fantastic lesser-known gem.