Wander between waterfalls. Spelunk in hidden sinkholes. Marvel at a rare meromictic lake. Crawl into a historic limestone kiln. Search for fossils in the rocky crevices on the Niagara Escarpment. Watch turkey vultures drift effortlessly on wind currents for hours. If it’s been a while since you’ve heard yourself say, “You will not believe what I saw today,” it’s time to spend a few hours exploring in Hamilton Halton Brant.

When exploring our region’s trails, waterfalls and conservation areas, please follow posted safety rules, stay on marked trails and do not climb or bypass fencing. Stay at least a body length away from escarpment and gorge edges and always be alert for potential hazards such as falling rocks and slippery rock surfaces.

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So many fun ways to set up camp!

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Find late-fall fun.

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Stretch out summer fun a little longer.

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Switch up your go-to sport.

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Grab a sweater and head out for a fall day in Hamilton.

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Fall For… Burlington

Breeze into Burlington this fall

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Fall For… Grand River Country

Explore Grand River Country this fall.

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Forest Bathing 101: 4 Reasons To Take A Woodsy Walk

Unwind and relax with a forest bath.

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Sunday Funday: 4 Retro Ways to End The Week

Bringing back the concept of simple Sunday fun.

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4 Fun-Filled Field Trips

Surprise your “class” with an end of the year field trip!

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Hamilton & Area Hikes Wilkes Dam/Grand River Loop

Follow the Grand River for 18 kms of awesome.

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Hamilton & Area Hikes Waterfront Loop

Enjoy historical sites and lakeside breezes.

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Hamilton & Area Hikes Paris Two Rivers Loop

Discover the riverside trails of Paris, Ontario.

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Hamilton & Area Hikes Going to the Chapel Route

A true Niagara Escarpment adventure with scenic vistas.

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Hamilton & Area Hikes Felker’s and Albion Falls Loop

Waterfalls highlight a route along Hamilton mountain.

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Hamilton & Area Hikes Dundas Valley All-Falls Loop

Explore 1,200 hectares of lush Carolinian forest.

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Subterranean Exploration

Eramosa Karst Conservation Area features trails, boardwalks and bridges to explore.

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Find out if you qualify as an avid adventurer.

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Hit the road this fall with a tour by bike.

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Crawford Lake Conservation Area

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Find out if you are ready to explore all things outdoors.

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7 Fun Family Day Trips in Hamilton Halton Brant

There’s never been a better year for a Great Canadian Day Trip.

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6 Ways to Explore Awesome Canadian Landscapes

Explore Canada’s Great Landscapes.

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Outdoor Adventures for the Nature Novice in Hamilton Halton Brant

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8 Ways to be Outdoor Adventurous in Hamilton Halton Brant

Start by getting outside for a truly Canadian adventure.

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Colourful Fall Fun

Plan a day trip that fresh air fun seekers will love with any of the outdoor adventures below.

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Outdoor Experiences & Tours View All >>

Now thru December 31

Introduction to Outdoor Rock Climbing

One Axe Pursuits

7200 Appleby Line, Milton, ON, L9T 2Y1

$1000 + HST, up to 4 participants Additional participants: $250 + HST per person Duration:...

July 1 - October 31

Movies with the Goats!

Triple C Farm

500 Carluke Road West, Ancaster, ON, Canada, L9G 3L1

Price: Minimum contribution of $100 + HST includes single household OR up to a maximum...

Now thru June 1

Downtown Hamilton Walking Tour

Tour Guys

36 Hunter St. E., Hamilton, ON L8N 3W8

Now thru November 19

Bruce Trail Iroquoia Day Trip

Grand Experiences Outdoor Adventure Company

115 Grand River Street North, Paris, ON, N3L 2M4

This trip is offered on: Daily Between: Apr 16, 2022 and Nov 19, 2023

Now thru October 31

Top Rope Solo Climbing

Zen Climb

3A Marilyn Ave.Toronto, ON M1S 1B9

Pre-requisites: Top Rope Anchor Setting and Climbing course, or equivalent experience in outdoor climbing/belaying/rappelling. Duration:...

Now thru October 31

Top Rope Anchor Setting for Gym Climbers

Zen Climb

3A Marilyn Ave.Toronto, ON M1S 1B9

Pre-requisites: Gym rock climbing experience. Outdoor climbing experience is a plus. Pre-course Prep: We will...

June 7 - September 29

Full Moon Beach Yoga

Burlington Beach Rentals

1084 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, L7S1A2

Now thru October 31

Sports Lead Lead Climbing

Zen Climb

3A Marilyn Ave.Toronto, ON M1S 1B9

Pre-requisites: Able to climb top rope at 5.10 level indoor or 5.8 level outdoor. Having...

Now thru December 31

The Downtown Flashback Tour

Downtown Milton BIA

251 Main Street East, Milton, ON, L9T 1P1

Free of charge

Now thru December 31

Memory Lane Tour

Downtown Hamilton BIA

20 Hughson Street South, Hamilton, ON, L8N 2A1

Free of charge

Now thru August 31

Women on the Water Yoga Package

Burlington Beach Rentals

1084 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, L7S1A2

2023 Start Dates: Wednesdays May 31st OR July 5th 6:45 p.m. August 16 6:15 p.m....

Now thru October 31

Guided Drift Boat Trips

Fly Water Guiding

17 Alexander Avenue, Paris, ON N3L 2V6

$595 for one or two anglers, email or call to book

Now thru November 30

Discovery Kids Courses

Treetop Trekking

5050 Harrison Rd, Binbrook, ON L0R 1C0

Individual Rate Ages 5-8: $27 School/ Youth Groups Rate Ages 5-8: $20

Now thru October 31

Traditional Lead Climbing

Zen Climb

3A Marilyn Ave.Toronto, ON M1S 1B9

Pre-requisites: Sport Lead Climbing and Rappelling course or Top Rope Anchor Setting and Rappelling course...

June 1 - October 1

Adult Garden Herbs Program

Lucy Maud Montgomery Children’s Garden for the Senses

477 Guelph Street, Norval, Ontario L0P 1K0, Canada

Programs run June through September (weather permitting). Programs are age and ability appropriate. Programs last...

June 4 - September 1

Mindful Paddle & Floating Meditation

Burlington Beach Rentals

1084 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, L7S1A2

November 1

Botany and the Ecology of the Tea Plant

Royal Botanical Gardens

680 Plains Road West, Burlington, ON, L7T 4H4

Online from 12:15pm - 12:45pm. Pre-registration required. Fee: $10 (RBG Members 10% off*) Sign up...

Now thru June 26

Not Just a Birding Club

Royal Botanical Gardens

680 Plains Road West, Burlington, ON, L7T 4H4

Now thru October 29

Grand River Experience (Guided)

Grand Experiences Outdoor Adventure Company

115 Grand River Street North, Paris, ON, N3L 2M4

4 hour guided trip, available on Tue Thu Sun Sat Fri Wed Mon.

Now thru September 22

Fishing with Captain Doug

Osprey Charter Fishing

2508 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, ON L6L 1H6

Now thru November 30

Forest Bathing

Treetop Trekking

5050 Harrison Rd, Binbrook, ON L0R 1C0

$50 per person, only available on select dates

Now thru October 28

Youth-Self Guided Trip Paris – Brant

Grand Experiences Outdoor Adventure Company

115 Grand River Street North, Paris, ON, N3L 2M4

Near Wilderness Trip: 3 hour leisure paddle with no portages. Paris to Brant Conservation Area....

Now thru August 31

Escarpment Walk Aerial Course and the Vultures View Climbing Tower

Conservation Halton

2596 Brittania Road West, Burlington, ON, L7P 0G3

Escarpment Walk, Duration: 1 hour, Max Height = 7ft or 213cm, Max Weight = 275lbs...

Now thru October 31

Introductory Rock Climbing & Rapelling

Zen Climb

3A Marilyn Ave.Toronto, ON M1S 1B9

Pre-requisites: Being able to walk up a flat of stairs independently. Durations: 8 hours in...

June 10 - September 15

Grand River Rafting & Tubing Paris to Brant Park (Self-Guided)

Grand Experiences Outdoor Adventure Company

115 Grand River Street North, Paris, ON, N3L 2M4

3 hour guided trip, After landing, you'll be on your way home when our shuttle...

Now thru December 18

2 Day Bruce Trail Hiking Experience

Grand Experiences Outdoor Adventure Company

115 Grand River Street North, Paris, ON, N3L 2M4

Full Package includes: ' Experienced Bruce Trail interpretive guides ' Detailed itinerary, including list of...

Now thru June 3

Oaks and Acorns Nature Play: Late Spring Session

Royal Botanical Gardens

680 Plains Road West, Burlington, ON, L7T 4H4

Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays, April 25 to June 3; 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Now thru August 31

Woman & Water Series

Burlington Beach Rentals

1084 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, L7S1A2

2023 Start Dates: Wednesdays May 31st OR July 5th 6:45 p.m. August 16 6:15 p.m....

Now thru September 22

Five Oaks Trip

Grand River Rafting Company

181 Bethel Rd, Paris, On N3L 3E3

You can book online or if needing help… call our office at 519-442-2519. If calling,...

June 1 - October 1

Design & Plant a Garden Program

Lucy Maud Montgomery Children’s Garden for the Senses

477 Guelph Street, Norval, Ontario L0P 1K0, Canada

Programs run June through September (weather permitting). Programs are age and ability appropriate. Programs last...

Now thru October 31

Cliff Rappel & Rappel Anchor

Zen Climb

3A Marilyn Ave.Toronto, ON M1S 1B9

Pre-requisites: Being able to walk up a flight of stairs independently for the Cliff Rappel...

July 1 - October 31

Baby Goats!

Triple C Farm

500 Carluke Road West, Ancaster, ON, Canada, L9G 3L1

Now thru June 1

FREE Downtown Hamilton Walking Tour

Tour Guys

36 Hunter St. E., Hamilton, ON L8N 3W8

Now thru October 31

Introductory Outdoor Rock Climbing Lessons

Zen Climb

3A Marilyn Ave.Toronto, ON M1S 1B9

Pre-requisites: Being able to walk up a flight of stairs independently. Duration: 6.5 hours in...

June 1 - October 1

All Food Begins with a Plant Program

Lucy Maud Montgomery Children’s Garden for the Senses

477 Guelph Street, Norval, Ontario L0P 1K0, Canada

Programs run June through September (weather permitting). Programs are age and ability appropriate. Programs last...

June 1 - October 1

Garden Explorers Program

Lucy Maud Montgomery Children’s Garden for the Senses

477 Guelph Street, Norval, Ontario L0P 1K0, Canada

Programs run June through September (weather permitting). Programs are age and ability appropriate. Programs last...

Now thru December 31

Treewalk Village

Treetop Trekking

5050 Harrison Rd, Binbrook, ON L0R 1C0

Ages 3-17: $22 Ages 18+: $10 2 and under or 65+: $0

June 6 - September 20

Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard 50+

Burlington Beach Rentals

1084 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, L7S1A2

June 30 - August 31

Girls SUP Skills & Beach Leadership Camp

Burlington Beach Rentals

1084 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, L7S1A2

4 Mornings at the Lake – Rentals Included. 2023 Start Dates: WEDNESDAYS: July 5,12,19,26 or...

Now thru September 22

Big Creek Tubing

Grand River Rafting Company

181 Bethel Rd, Paris, On N3L 3E3

Suggested Ages: 6 years and up. With children, adults can tether the child’s tube to...

Now thru October 1

Glen Morris Trip

Grand River Rafting Company

181 Bethel Rd, Paris, On N3L 3E3

The Glen Morris to Paris trip is 11kms (7 miles). Beginners can do this trip...

September 28 - 29

Fall Planter Workshop

Centro Garden

437 Brant St, Burlington, ON L7R 2G3

Workshop time: 7:00-8:00 pm, Workshop fee: $25 / person - Order Online or Call the...

June 4 - August 22

Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard

Burlington Beach Rentals

1084 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, L7S1A2

Now thru October 31

Introduction to Spey Casting and “Swung Fly Presentation ”Atlantic Salmon and Steelhead Techniques – 4 hour course

Fly Water Guiding

17 Alexander Avenue, Paris, ON N3L 2V6

Maximum of two casters, individual lessons recommended. Prices for the Five Hour Course with equipment...

Now thru October 28

Guided Grand River Youth Group Trip

Grand Experiences Outdoor Adventure Company

115 Grand River Street North, Paris, ON, N3L 2M4

Note: We offer a shuttle service on this trip for a ride back to Paris....

Now thru November 30

Team Building Programs

Treetop Trekking

5050 Harrison Rd, Binbrook, ON L0R 1C0

Rates vary per activity

Now thru December 31

Archived: Where Cultures Meet

Six Nations Tourism

2498 Chiefswood Road, Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0

$70.00/person for a group of less than 20; $60.00/person for a group of 20 people...

Now thru October 31

Guided Walk & Wade

Fly Water Guiding

17 Alexander Avenue, Paris, ON N3L 2V6

Walk and Wade (Full Day): $425 one angler, $475 two anglers Walk and Wade (1/2...

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