GeoHikes

Ball's Falls GeoHike

From the dolostones exposed at the Upper Falls to the spectacular stratigraphy exposed at the Lower Falls, the Ball's Falls GeoHike does not disappoint.

  Visit the Ball's Falls GeoHike here. 

Beamer Memorial GeoHike

This trail is a lovely half hour-long hike that offers both fascinating ecological and geological sights along the way, terminating at a vista that overlooks the Niagara Escarpment.

 Visit the Beamer Memorial GeoHike here .

Cave Springs GeoHike

Talus slopes, cliffs, and mysterious carvings that no one can decipher. The Cave Springs GeoHike has it all!

  Visit the Cave Springs GeoHike here. 

Chedoke Radial GeoHike

Learn about the dolostones, sedimentary structures, and waterfalls that make up the beautiful Chedoke Radial GeoHike.

  Visit the Chedoke Radial GeoHike here. 

Cheltenham Badlands GeoHike

A stark, desert-like landscap of rolling, red shale, the Cheltenham Badlands is one of the most unique geological sites in all of Ontario! This area is under protection from erosion - visit from the boardwalk and learn about its geological history!

 Visit the Cheltenham Badlands GeoHike here .

Cootes GeoHike

Although it has an unfortunate history of severe pollution, Cootes Paradise is well on its way to cleaner days! Visit the Cootes GeoHike to learn about this worthwhile journey.

 Visit the Cootes GeoHike here. 

Donevan Bay GeoHike

Come for the fresh air, stay for the rocks! Go for a refreshing walk on the Donevan Bay GeoHike and visit some beautiful metamorphic rocks.

 Visit the Donevan Bay GeoHike here .

Gould Lake GeoHike

Once used for mining mica minerals, Gould Lake is now a beautiful and serene spot to listen to nature and appreciate some very old rocks.

 Visit the Gould Lake GeoHike here .

Lime Kiln GeoHike

Built in the 1800s, the Flood Lime Kiln was an important source of mortar and fertilizer. Start your GeoHike here and visit 10 stops that describe the local geology.

 Visit the Lime Kiln GeoHike here .

Marble Rock GeoHike

Visit some massive rock outcrops, rock contacts, and even see some rock folding. Not sure how to fold a rock? Be sure to check out the Marble Rock GeoHike to learn how!

 Visit the Marble Rock GeoHike here .

Morgan's Point GeoHike

Learn about sand dune formation, ancient fossils, and how the last Ice Age moved rocks around, at Morgan's Point, located on the southern side of the Niagara peninsula.

 Visit the Morgan's Point GeoHike here .

Niagara Gorge GeoHike

Come see the beautiful rock units that make up the escarpment at the Niagara Whirlpool. Visit an ancient coral reef, see some fossils, and even an overturned pothole!

  Visit the Niagara Gorge GeoHike here. 

Rock Dunder GeoHike

This popular trail features the metamorphic rock quartzite and the igneous rock syenite. Learn the fascinating story about how these ancient rocks formed on the Rock Dunder GeoHike!

 Visit the Rock Dunder GeoHike here .

Rockway GeoHike

Visit the beautiful Rockway Falls and learn about the rock units exposed on the walls of the Niagara Escarpment here. See examples of powerful erosive processes that are reshaping the landscape!

 Visit the Rockway GeoHike here .

Sheffield Conservation GeoHike

From beautiful lakes to stunning ridge walks on the rugged Canadian Shield, the Sheffield Conservation GeoHike is a great place to appreciate some local geology.

 Visit the Sheffield Conservation GeoHike here .

Sulphur Springs GeoHike

Learn why Sulphur Springs got its (stinky) name, how streams evolve over time, and more!

  Visit the Sulphur Springs GeoHike here. 

Tiffany Falls GeoHike

Take a hike along the Tiffany Falls GeoHike to learn how fluvial and ecological processes affect geology.

  Visit the Tiffany Falls GeoHike here.