At Ball’s Falls, visitors can hike or stroll along the Cataract Trail as it winds its way along the banks of Twenty Mile Creek. Explore the habitat of many species of animals, birds, plants and trees. Photographers and nature lovers alike will love the truly breathtaking view of the majestic Twenty Mile Creek as it plummets over both the upper and lower Ball’s Falls—spilling over the edge of the Niagara Escarpment. Watch the character of the falls change dramatically with each season—from a raging torrent in the spring to a thin veil of water in late summer.
Ball’s Falls Centre for Conservation
Designed and built to have a limited impact on natural resources, the award-winning LEED™ Gold certified Centre for Conservation features both permanent and temporary galleries. Visitors will take pleasure in the interactive exhibits focusing on nature, conservation and culture in the context of the area’s history, the Niagara Escarpment, and the watershed. The centre is open daily and offers a variety of programs and special events throughout the year. The Centre is also a “green” destination for educational, corporate and community events and retreats.
Historic Settlement
Ball’s Falls historic buildings include the Ball family’s 19th Century home, an 1809 flour and grist mill, a lime kiln, a church, a blacksmith shop and carriage shed. Recent archaeological studies have determined the site has great potential for further research and study. Because the site has remained undisturbed by development, it is possible to experience the landscape as it appeared 200 years ago.
