With various difficulty levels, hiking can be easy, affordable and fun for the entire family. If you're seeking a guided hike, or want to learn more about the great outdoors, partake in one (or all) of the Niagara Region Interpretive Programs Office activities offered this fall.
All pre-scheduled programs are FREE and intended for individuals and families. Hike space is limited and pre-registration for these activities is required by phone, 716-282-5154.
| Date | Location | Details |
| Sat., Oct. 7 | Artpark State Park | Fall into Fitness - Niagara Falls in the Beginning: Hike the trails where Niagara Falls first formed. 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
| Sun., Oct. 8 | Wilson Tuscarora State Park | Fall Photography Hiking Series: Enjoy the fall foliage on a guided hike. Don't forget your camera or phone. 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
| Sat., Oct. 14 | Whirlpool State Park | Fall into Fitness - Whirl of Fall: Hike down to the Whirlpool Flats and view the changing colors. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
| Sun., Oct. 15 | Devil's Hole State Park | Fall Photography Hiking Series: Enjoy a fall hike and view the many scenic spots along the gorge rim. Bring your camera or phone. 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
| Sat., Oct. 21 | Niagara Falls State Park | Fall into Fitness - Great Gorge: Hike along the Great Gorge Railway Trail and learn about the geology and local history. 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
| Sat., Oct. 21 | Artpark State Park | Tail and Trails Fall Foliage Walk: Explore the history and beauty of the park with your four-legged friend. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
| Sun., Oct. 22 | Niagara Falls State Park | Just Pawing Around: Enjoy a stroll with your furry friend through the oldest State Park in America. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
| Sun., Oct. 29 | Niagara Falls State Park | Fun Facts at the Falls: Enjoy a walk and learn abou the history, daredevils and fun facts about the Falls. 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Tues., Oct. 31 | Whirlpool State Park | Halloween Hike - A Haunted History: Hike along the rim from Whirlpool to Devil's Hole while hearing some spooky and mysterious history of the area. 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Fri., Nov. 3 | Fort Niagara State Park | Then & Now Photography Hiking Series: Learn about history and enjoy a relaxing photography hike. Compare historic photos of then to now. 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Sat., Nov. 4 | Whirlpool State Park | Fall into Fitness - High Above the Gorge at Low Water: Take a scenic hike along the rim and look at the changing water level of the River. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
| Fri., Nov. 10 | Artpark State Park | Then & Now Photography Hiking Series: Learn about history and enjoy a relaxing photography hike. Compare historic photos of then to now. 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Sat., Nov. 11 | Whirlpool State Park | Gorge at Low Water: View the Niagara Gorge after the volume of water in the River is reduced by 25%. 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Fri., Nov. 17 | Fort Niagara State Park | Night Sky Over Niagara: Dress for the weather and view the night skies over the Fort. |
| Sat., Nov. 18 | Whirlpool State Park | Gorge at Low Water: View the Niagara Gorge after the volume of water in the River is reduced by 25%. 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Sun., Dec. 17 | Niagara Falls State Park | Winter Wonder Photography Walk: Join a park naturalist for a winter photography walk. Bring your camera or phone and dress for the weather. 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. |