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Niagara Whirlpool – Niagara River Viewpoint loop from Niagara Glen Nature Reserve

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Niagara Falls

Niagara Whirlpool – Niagara River Viewpoint loop from Niagara Glen Nature Reserve

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4.7

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127

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Niagara Whirlpool – Niagara River Viewpoint loop from Niagara Glen Nature Reserve

01:56

6.88km

140m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

Waypoints

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Parking

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1.07 km

Niagara Whirlpool

Highlight • Natural Monument

The path is relatively well-maintained; there are stairs for the steeper sections and a few small bridges over the small embankment along which the path runs. The beach below is a pebble beach and a truly beautiful spot, especially in the evening when the sun is lower in the sky.

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1.51 km

Abandoned Car in the Forest

Highlight • Structure

3.12 km

View of the Whirlpool Rapids

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful hiking trails. Warning: This difficult trail is only for experienced hikers. You'll need to do a lot of climbing and be free from vertigo. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water. Otherwise, enjoy the wonderful nature.

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3.53 km

Niagara Glen

Highlight • Gorge

Great hiking, very scenic, especially along the whitewater river sections. Beautiful rock formations along the trail. Most of the hike is through wooded terrain, so it's not too hot when the sun is shining.
The trail is very well marked. I hiked the outer loop, just over 2 km round trip, with plenty of great photo stops along the way. It's cool to see the jet boat tours fly by during the hike. A nice change of pace.

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3.81 km

Terrace Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A beautiful network of hiking trails in a forest in the heart of the Niagara Gorge. The park entrance is easily accessible by WEGO bus. The entire hike is beautiful and unlike any I've done before. A unique landscape. The trail can be a bit challenging, so be sure to bring water and sturdy shoes. A fantastic hike.

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4.54 km

Niagara River Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just past the Niagara Glen Nature Center is a fenced area, and over the fence is an impressive view of the Niagara River in the gorge below. Walk to Niagara Glen Nature Trail to navigate the cliff sides and get to know the forest below, but some of the best views are from up top by the nature center, easily accessible from the parking area.

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5.72 km

Whirlpool Adventure Course

Highlight • Structure

If you need an adrenaline break from your ride, this ropes and zipline park sits right above the Niagara Gorge. You’ll climb, balance, and zip past views of the Whirlpool and river below. It’s a fun way to trade the bike for a harness and get your heart pumping before hitting the trail again.

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6.88 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.16 km

2.24 km

471 m

Surfaces

2.34 km

2.02 km

2.01 km

232 m

102 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Friday 26 June

23°C

14°C

31 %

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Niagara Whirlpool – Niagara River Viewpoint loop from Niagara Glen Nature Reserve

Niagara Whirlpool

Abandoned Car in the Forest

View of the Whirlpool Rapids

Niagara Glen

Terrace Path

Niagara River Viewpoint

Whirlpool Adventure Course

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