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Niagara River Recreation Trail, Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Historic Walking Area Hiking Trail
Walk or bike along Niagara River Recreation Trail, a picturesque route taking in some of the area's finest natural sights. Linking Niagara-on-the-Lake, Niagara Falls, and Fort Erie, the long paved trail offers areas with different degrees of difficulty to suit hikers and bikers of all abilities. In addition, a diverse range of cultural attractions, such as architectural highlights, restaurants, and historical sites offer good focal points for walks and rides. Make sure you bring your camera, whatever the weather. A visit to Niagara River Recreation Trail represents just the start of the adventure when you use our Niagara-on-the-Lake vacation trip planner to plot your vacation.
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  • August 10, 2017
    A complimentary visit to this small village, after the Falls. The route is magnificent, with some extraordinary houses. Then, when reaching the village and the Lake, the atmosphere is really nice. A l...  more »
  • July 23, 2017
    This trail is great for travelling along the Niagara river. There are multiple parking areas (both paid and unpaid) were you can stop and go for a walk. You can even use it to bike to your favourite a...  more »
  • July 21, 2017
    This review is for the Niagara River Recreation Trail, which I cannot find on Trip Advisor. I am not sure if it is the same as Niagara Parks Garden Trail, but it seems that other reviewers are conside...  more »
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Niagara-on-the-Lake abounds with accommodations that can be more affordable than those just a few minutes south in the city of Niagara Falls. The town's grid-like streets offer an array of choices, with Mary Street, Mississauga Street, and Queen Street among the most popular. If you're looking for something a bit more luxurious and don't mind paying extra, stay near the lakeshore and enjoy waterfront views from your bed and breakfast.
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