This review is specifically for Webster's Falls in autumn! First off, you actually have to make a reservation to hike here. I did this through the Hamilton Conservation Authority website. There are time slots for each day of the week and you pay a fee for each person and vehicle, as well as a convenience charge. It's not the most accessible for all people but they do this to keep the numbers of hikers manageable. Note that they will actually check that you're on the reservation list. When we got there and parked, there was a security guard with a printed out copy of the guestlist. Later on when we were entering the main part of the hike, there was a little kiosk where we were asked for our reservation again. I'd recommend printing out your reservation and bringing it with you in case. The hike is super easy. A good portion of it is paved and there was almost always a stair option if you didn't want to chance a hill with roots. There are a few look out points for Webster's Falls. At this time of year, the falls are a lot smaller than some of the pictures you might see online due to the water levels. It's still a really pretty sight though if you go when the leaves are changing colours. read more

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Good place but does not offer much hiking experience. Great scenic views. Good places for photography.

Webster's Falls which is part of the Spencer Gorge/Webster's Falls Conservation Area is worth visiting if you are in the Dundas Hamilton Area. If you have a few hours to explore the area, I would suggest you pay the $10 daily rate to park your car and put on your hiking boots. The scenery here is breathtaking. Definitely fun to hike all the way down to the falls and be close to the water. So refreshing on a hot day. If you have just 10 minutes, it still worth admiring the water falls from the viewing platform. Hiking down to the bottom of the falls though can be a little tricky so be prepare. From here you can hike to Tew's Falls or just drive over which is around 10 minute away. read more

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There are a few positions where you can see the waterfall, but most of the area is fenced off citing safety reasons. Apparently before, you could walk down to the base, but those are fenced off. It may be possible to scale the ledge beside the river, but it's pretty steep. The entire hiking trail has also been fenced off by residents who decided that they didn't want random people "in their backyard" so they decided to just call the entire area private property. There isn't much to do here besides visit the Webster memorial, check out the picnic area with a couple old structures, and walk in circles. Pretty disappointing. Fortunately, when you pay parking and entry, you can use it at Tews Falls. read more

Absolutely stunning. We were short on time so we couldn't go down to the base of the falls. Per a local, you can still get to the base but it's considered to be unsafe. He also said it was doable with good "hiking" and "climbing" gear. I'm all up for an adventure but my hubby is a bit of a whimp so I'm using the "short on time" excuse. The lookout is a quick walk from from the parking lot. If you're thinking about starting here, stopping at Tew's Falls, and heading to Dundas peak (the most logical path), forget about it. Apparently a chunk of it was recently purchased and is considered private property. I stopped here first. Drove to the Tew's falls lot and hiked to Dundas from there. The $10 day pass can be used at both lots. read more

Webster's Falls - A quick walk to the lookout - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me

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A nice trail but a lot of it is now blocked off due to neighbours. The Falls is beautiful. read more

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Webster's Falls is a 72 foot tall 'plunge' waterfall that is also classified as a 'curtain' waterfall because of its 98 foot wide brink (appearing to make the water spread like a curtain). Located in the Spencer Gorge Conservation area approximately 57 miles from Niagara Falls, it is part of a trail system that includes Tew's Falls and the Dundas Peak Overlook. Paid parking is required for this conservation area at a cost of $10/car using an electronic ticketing kiosk that takes cash or credit card. If you prefer not to hike the 1/2 mile trail connecting the waterfalls, each has its own parking area and you can use your parking ticket at either. However, the overlook can only be reached by hiking which starts by walking up a set of steps nearest to Tew's Falls. THE AREA Spence Creek supplies the water to Webster's Falls. The area of the creek between Christie Lake and the falls once hosted numerous dams & mills including Canada's first paper mill. Information boards near the falls describe the area as the hub of county industry during it's time. The Spencer Adventure encourages hikers to travel this section of the Niagara Escarpment to visit the ruins of these historic places along the way. One of those places is Danley Mill, which allows hikers to see the remains of an old dam built in the 1800's! How cool is that! Due to time restrictions we did not do this hike, but we will certainly be back again someday in the future. NOTE: You can also walk behind the falls at its base. HISTORY The original name for the falls was Dr. Hamilton's Falls, whom purchased the land in 1818. Joseph Webster purchased the falls and 78 acres of surrounding land the following year and by 1917 the falls were purchased by the Public Utilities Commision of Dundas. It was made into a public park and in 1933 the grounds were landscaped and a cobblestone bridge was added. Land was transferred again in 2000 to the Hamilton Conservation Authority. [Source: Information boards near falls] FINAL THOUGHTS What is most fascinating to me are the 6 visible layers of sedimentary rock formations dating back 450 million years. The Niagara escarpment is an amazing geological wonder and I was thrilled to see this small section of it. Maybe someday we will hike the entire escarpment, but for now, Webster's & Tew's falls satisfied all my loves: my love of waterfalls, love of nature, love of geology, love of history and there is even a bridge! read more

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You get to go up and personal with Webster's Falls if you decide to climb down the stairs. Unfortunately people blocked it off for safety reasons, but if you go under the mini arch on the side where the river is, you can easily find a path down. If it rains though and the water rises, I really wont' recommend going, and your shoes will definitely get wet. I've been here about 4 times now and it's not so easy to get to by bus, you literally have to walk along the sides of the roads where cars are driving up the hill/down the hill and can't really see you - definitely really dangerous. I recommend coming by car. Many people come down to Albion Falls and looking at it from above, you can't really get the ENTIRE view. Yes the autumn leaves are beautiful and such, but it's a WHOLE OTHER STORY when you climb down. In the summer, there's actually little rock boundaries under the falls where some people bring their bathing suits and come here for a nice, um, swim? Close by Webster's Falls, in the same park, you'll be able to walk to Tews Falls, a less famous, but pretty tall waterfall. Parking is $10, but this allows you for unlimited parking in all of Hamilton's falls for the day, so it's pretty worth it if you go to multiple in one day. read more

Webster's Falls - Webster Falls - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me

Used to be a very nice falls. However, due to complaints, the falls parking is closed and can only be accessed by shuttle during summer seasons (unless you go on weekdays). Residents who live around the falls area do not want any visitors to enjoy "their" falls. (CBC news https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/shuttle-service-spencer-gorge-1.4083579) Like many of the falls in the Hamilton area, City of Hamilton charge you for parking and the parking charges are not cheap. Say if you want to take a walk and just want to see the falls and spend 15-20 mins (which is what most people do when I was there), you will need to pay $10 for parking + $5 per person shuttle service. The fee is more expensive than parking anywhere in downtown Toronto.... If you want to go to see a few of them within a day, you can easily spend over $50 for parkings. If the city charge you because they need to well maintain the park is fine, however, the City of Hamilton don't really trim and maintain the surroundings of the lookout area so the grass and trees can block your view, which defeat the purpose of a lookout. It's very sad that the beautiful nature is now own by a few dozen of selfish residents around the area. read more

I usually don't review attractions, but since we are in the fall seasons with beautiful leaves turning colours, I should share this beautiful but yet easy trail for all the hiking beginners. I came here on a Monday in the middle of October and I am happy the colour of the leafs are still very nice. Although some trees did have only branches left, but majority of the trees still have leaves when you look out from Dundas Peak which is at the end of the Webster's Falls trail. Overall this hiking route is very easy, not too much elevation but you do need to walk uphill or go up the stairs for a minor part of the route. If you take the full route, you will see Webster's Fall, Tews Falls (great lookout area built) and to reward yourself for completing the trail, you get to see Dundas Peak! Beautiful look out into the forest and i have to say, I really enjoyed my hike there with my friend. This is a trail i would highly recommend anyone (perfect for couples too!) to do during the fall seasons! The reason why this didn't get 5 of 5 is because I did hope for more sightseeing area which this trail do lack other than the 3 spots I mentioned above. read more

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City fenced the area, can't get near the falls. 5$ per person admission and 10 $ to park your car. Was a waste of money for something didn't take longer than 15 minutes. While you go to Niagara Falls and see 10 times bigger falls for free. read more

I've been to Webster Falls twice from a different vantage point each time. Vastly different experiences, both worth doing. The first time, we went inthe summer and parked at the official Falls parking lot for $10 located at the top of the falls. After exploring the top of the falls, we hiked up to Tews Falls. The hike is relatively easy. Tews is worth going to as well as it's a completely different type of waterfalls from Websters. Most recently, we hiked to the bottom of Webster Falls starting by parking on a side road (Woodley Lane), crossing railroad tracks and then hiking through what I would call a moderately tough trail - that is to say, wear proper shoes and very small children shouldn't go on it. It's a very scenic hike that meanders close to the river. You can't reach the top of the falls from this trail (at least the time we went) as the metal stairway to the top of the falls was closed. read more

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If you are bored of the routine and want a change, go Webster's Falls in Hamilton. Close to a 45min drive from Toronto, it's a great day trip and outing. Hamilton is usually called the city of Waterfalls and this park consists of many such falls but the gem is this one. Before the turn for the falls, there is a Tim Hortons so stock up on stuff. The best part is you can go right to the bottom of the falls. The road is a steep one but worth it, Make sure to wear comfortable sports shoes, the roads are narrow and rocks can be slippery. Just an advice if you have small children, not advisable or wear a baby carrier. Many people get scared of going down, but it's really not that daunting, be adventurous and it's truly worth it!! The park fees is $5, and includes all falls, keep the receipt handy, there's a great big garden area where you can sit and lunch on across the flowing stream. Enjoyed it thoroughly and can't wait to go back read more

Webster's Falls - Below at the Webster's Falls !! - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me

One of the most popular falls in Hamilton area. It was beautiful here! $10 to park, $5 pp. Unfortunately, they have blocked off areas to go down due to safety reasons and concerns. Some people still went over the fence to go down. It seemed a bit too steep so we didn't try it as I was nursing an injury. Once they build the stairs back (could take a few years we heard), we will definitely be visiting again. It was nice from a distance but would've been cooler to get a bit closer. In case there are people wondering if there are bathrooms... there are quote a few outhouses. I would highly recommend bringing purell or just dehydrate yourself until you're out of the park :) read more

Can't get the full view its behind the trees, they should built the deck. For Webster Falls I guess I won't be back to bring my visitors. read more

This waterfall is gorgeous and has so much potential! Unfortunately the conservation society of the area has fenced it all off at nearly all access points. There are a couple lookouts but you may as well go in winter or something as they are also grossly overgrown with poison ivy and shrubs. There are a couple of spots you can sneak through the fencing if you want to break the rules and go down to the base of the falls but they don't look all that safe. I wasn't so brave. Go for a mini Niagara, but also be prepared to be frustrated by not being able to see more even though you'll see all the old trails directly below you. read more

Gorgeous waterfalls and trails nearby. Here is an aerial video from our day at Webster's: https://youtu.be/cGFUjl00c1Y read more

Went: Sat Jun 13, 2015, 2 p.m. (87/100) After visiting Tiffany and Sherman Falls (also reviewed), we came here to see Webster and Tews falls. My gf had to get back to the city for evening plans so we did not get a chance to see Tews and decided instead to relax on a park bench near Webster's. Like Tiffany and Sherman Falls, Webster's Falls is beautiful, picturesque, great for pictures, romantic and a nice destination for couples. read more

It's pretty and fun. But I don't recommend visiting on the weekend, too too many people and there is a good chance that your going to loose your shoes for whatever reason. But it's a lot of fun walking behind the waterfall! read more

The falls are still on its old place and beautiful and my review in 2012 would be 5 stars, I liked this place a lot. Its not the same anymore , every area around the falls either fenced or marked as private property that it making the experience absolutely opposite of what you would expect on the nature seeing site. You can not walk along the river or between falls anymore, no parking allowed around the falls , you have to drive 5 km away and take a shuttle bus to get there. I drove 1.5 hours to this place to show my daughter a beautiful place I visited so often however it was very disappointed experience this time for me....As I read in some other reviews and totally agree with it - it looks like everything is done to deliver a message to the people that we are not welcome in this area anymore. read more