Take a great day trip to Hamilton Halton Brant and discover some of our country’s most important geography!
Home to the Grand River, Bruce Trial, Niagara Escarpment, dozens of waterfalls and miles of shimmering shoreline, Hamilton Halton Brant offers amazing day trip opportunities for adventurers, nature lovers and families looking to get outside.
HIKE CANADA’S OLDEST AND LONGEST FOOTPATH
The Bruce Trail winds its way 890 kilometres along the Niagara Escarpment from its southern tip in Niagara all the way to Tobermory. Many Hamilton and Halton conservation areas offer access to the trail, as well as access to over 100 amazing waterfalls.
EXPLORE ONE OF CANADA’S UNESCO WORLD BIOSPHERE RESERVES
The Niagara Escarpment is a Canadian landmark 450 million years in the making. Explore this spectacular ridge of fossil-filled rock by foot or by bike at the region’s many conservation areas. In addition to 22 kilometres of marked trails for mountain biking, a new Mountain Bike Skills Zone at Kelso Conservation Area has recently opened that features wooden bridges, rollers, rocks and logs so riders of all ages can learn to properly tackle technical trail features.
PICK YOUR PADDLE
The Grand River's gentle currents make it a great choice for first-time paddlers. Area outfitters make it so easy to gear up and go. Take advantage of great summer offers on canoe, kayak, rafting and stand-up paddleboarding experiences.
WATERFALL WONDER
Hamilton is the Waterfall Capital of the World and exploring this collection of stunners is a breeze thanks to an extensive network of trails and hiking routes, including the new Spencer Adventure.
Guided Bruce Trail Waterfall Walks feature waterfalls, scenic vistas, Carolinian forests and the natural beauty of the Niagara Escarpment. You’ll see a total of 19 stunning waterfalls on the 25-kilometre, two-day hike and 28 waterfalls on the 45-kilometre, five-day hike while enjoying delicious meals and luxury hotel accommodation.
ROCK ON
Forget indoor climbing gyms. Hamilton Halton Brant has access to the beautiful Niagara Escarpment, where anyone from a beginner to an experienced climber can scale up their rock-climbing routine with one of our outfitters.
EXPLORE CANADA’S LARGEST BOTANICAL GARDEN
Royal Botanical Gardens’ 27 kilometres of walking trails include over 20 lookouts, 7 boardwalks and 21 stream crossings.
If a day trip isn’t long enough for your adventures, stay at an area hotel and save with these great offers. You can also save big on climbing and paddling experiences, as well as admission to heritage sites and attractions with these summer savings.
Learn more about this close-to-home destination and find more trip ideas at www.ourturenature.ca and www.theheartofontario.com.
