Short Hills Provincial Park
About
Short Hills Provincial Park offers hiking trails, nature scenery, and a larger outdoor setting within the Niagara region. It is a valuable regional outdoor and hidden-gem listing.
Our Story
Short Hills Provincial Park adds depth to Excitorama's Niagara Falls coverage by helping users discover experiences beyond the main waterfall viewpoint, including local attractions, food, culture, outdoor activities, and family-friendly things to do.
Amenities & Features
Live Intelligence
AI-gathered from public sources · Updated Jun 24
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Why People Love It
- ♥ Peaceful and untouched natural environment away from typical tourist crowds
- ♥ Diverse landscape featuring rolling hills, lush forests, and scenic waterfalls
- ♥ Completely free to visit with multiple free parking areas
- ♥ Well-marked trail system ranging from easy strolls to challenging loops
- ♥ Opportunity to see unique Carolinian flora and fauna
Upcoming Events
A guided popular bird hike led by local birder Brad, exploring the diverse avian species in the park.
Get TicketsVolunteer trail maintenance event meeting at the Short Hills maintenance building at 2884 First street Louth.
Get TicketsGuided evening hikes to observe fireflies. Meeting at the Pelham Road Parking lot. Additional dates: June 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 28.
Get TicketsA 4-hour guided hike focusing on birds, insects, and amphibians, starting at the Pelham Road parking lot.
Get TicketsCommunity meeting and social event hosted by the Friends of Short Hills Park.
Get TicketsUpcoming Features & Improvements
Swayze Falls Lookout Platform Closure
The lookout platform at Swayze Falls Trail is temporarily closed for inspections and repairs. No estimated timeline for completion.
Source: Ontario Parks
Terrace Creek Trail Closures
The East loop and the North section of the Terrace Creek trail are closed due to unsafe trail conditions. The South Terrace Creek trail remains open.
Source: Ontario Parks
Invasive Species Alert: Japanese Stiltgrass
Japanese Stiltgrass has been identified in the park. Visitors are asked to stay on marked trails to prevent the spread of seeds.
Source: Ontario Parks
Known For
Accessibility
The Palaeozoic Path (0.8km) is specifically designed to be wheelchair and stroller accessible, featuring a hard surface (paved/gravel) and interpretive signage. Other trails may involve steep hills and uneven terrain not suitable for mobility devices.
Parking
Free parking is available at three main lots: Parking Lot A (Pelham Road) which fills quickly; Parking Lot B (Roland Road) which is the closest to Swayze Falls; and Parking Lot C (Wiley Road) which is the largest and usually the least busy.
Transit
Accessible via Niagara Region Transit. Bus lines 315 and 323 serve the area with stops near the Pelham Road entrance.
Seasonal Note
The park is closed for several days annually in November and December (e.g., Nov 15, 20, 29, 30 and Dec 13, 14) for the traditional Haudenosaunee deer harvest. Waterfalls often run dry during the summer months and trails can be extremely muddy in the spring.
Why Excitorama Recommends This
Recommended for users looking for provincial park experiences in Niagara Region, especially when exploring Niagara Falls and the surrounding tourism district.
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