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Explore Niagara Geology and Environment

A Guide to the Niagara GeoPark

The Niagara GeoPark encompasses the entire Niagara Peninsula in southwestern Ontario—a region shaped by a fascinating geological and environmental history and home to remarkable geological and environmental features. Explore beautiful trails and landscapes throughout the peninsula and discover the geology and environment that have shaped one of Ontario's most distinctive regions.

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Explore the Niagara GeoPark

Discover the geology and environment of the Niagara Peninsula

Explore geological and environmental stops, trails and landscapes across the Niagara Peninsula and uncover the rocks, landforms, natural environments and processes that reveal the region's remarkable geological and environmental history.

⌕ What to Take

We recommend bringing a hand lens or magnifying glass, hiking boots or sturdy shoes, a camera, notebook and pen, and clothing appropriate for changing weather conditions.

The Geodiversity Education Foundation encourages responsible exploration: take pictures, not samples, and leave your rock hammer at home.

! Safety
There is always some risk when hiking or visiting a geological and environmental field site, but that risk can be greatly reduced by using good judgement, remaining aware of your surroundings and choosing an experience appropriate for your abilities.

Stay on established trails wherever possible and avoid climbing unstable outcrops or rock faces. When viewing geological and environmental features near roads, remain as far from traffic as possible. Check weather and trail conditions before setting out, visit field sites with at least one other person whenever practical and keep appropriate local emergency contact information available.

★ Niagara GeoPark Rating Guide

Niagara GeoPark experiences include information about their approximate difficulty, duration and accessibility to help you choose an experience that is right for you.

Difficulty

Rated from 1 to 5, from easiest to most challenging. A rating of 1 represents an easy walk, while 5 may require a higher level of fitness or involve more demanding terrain.

Duration

Indicates the approximate amount of time needed to complete the experience and explore its featured geological and environmental stops.

Accessibility

Rated from 1 to 3. Level 1 means all or many stops are easily accessible; Level 2 means some stops are easily accessible; Level 3 indicates that stops may not be easily accessible.