Hamilton 
Events Description
From the escarpment brow, noted for its panoramas, to the forested depths of the gorge below, the Spencer Gorge Conservation Area exhibits the physical features which have made the Niagara Escarpment one of Ontario’s most spectacular geological formations.
This significant natural area contains two beautiful waterfalls: Webster and Tew Falls. Webster is a magnificent tiered waterfall and Tew, which towers at 41 metres, is only a few metres shorter than Niagara Falls. Both offer spectacular vistas of the gorge.
Spencer Gorge Full Experience
This hike experience combines both the Dundas Peak/Tew Falls and Webster Falls hike experiences.
During your four-hour visit, start at Tew Falls, a 41-metre waterfall that is just a few metres shorter than Niagara Falls. Two viewing platforms offer views of the falls and gorge. Follow the trail to Dundas Peak for panoramic views of the Niagara Escarpment and the town below. Next, explore Webster Falls, a 22-metre curtain waterfall, one of Hamilton’s iconic landmarks. A short, paved trail leads to the accessible Dobson-McKee lookout for stunning gorge views, and the restored cobblestone bridge crosses Spencer Creek to a second lookout by the waterfall.
HOW MUCH
Due to the overwhelming popularity of hiking the Dundas Peak and visiting Tew Falls and Webster Falls in the Spencer Gorge Conservation Area, HCA has instituted an online reservation system.
Reservation Information
Reservations will open September 17, 2026. Reservations for fall 2026 will be required between September 26 and November 8
- When making your reservation, please select the “Spencer Gorge” tab on the reservation site.
- Reservations are for 2-hour time blocks to visit Dundas Peak/Tew Falls or Webster Falls. Reservations are also available to visit both areas in a 4-hour time block.
- Bookings are rain or shine.
- Reservations must be made online in advance and can be made up to 9 days before, and up to midnight the day prior to your visit. No walk up, drive up or same day reservations permitted.
- All visitors, including HCA Members will need to make a reservation when they are required. Members will only need to pay the reservation fee.
- Three separate hike experiences to choose from:
- Dundas Peak & Tew Falls hike experience
- Webster Falls hike experience
- Spencer Gorge hike experience (includes Dundas Peak, Tew Falls and Webster Falls)
- Tour operators, busses, and other businesses are not permitted to make bookings during this time period. Only personal bookings will be allowed.
Tickets:
HCA Members
HCA Members receive free admission, but will be required to pay the $10 reservation fee.
Non-HCA Members
Vehicle Fee: $11.00
Per Passenger Fee: $5.50
Reservation Fee: $10.00
An additional $11 parking fee applies to the 4-hour hiking experience.
Hike Experiences
Visitors will choose either the Dundas Peak & Tew Falls hike experience, Webster Falls hike experience, or the Spencer Gorge hike experience.
How to get tickets?
For assistance or more information email reserve@conservationhamilton.ca or call 1-855-227-5267. Phones will be answered from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Your proof of payment can also be used for free admission to any other staffed HCA conservation area before or after your reservation time on the same day. Your reservation for one area in Spencer Gorge does not give you access to both. A separate reservation is required for each.
WHEN & WHERE
Date:
Open Year Round
Venue & Address
Dundas Peak and Tew Falls — Parking lot located at 581 Harvest Road, Dundas
Webster Falls — Parking lot is at Greensville Optimist Park, off Highway 8 – 28 Fallsview Road, Dundas
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