Devil's Hole to Whirlpool Loop Adventure Hike

Guide Hiking Tours - Niagara River Gorge USA

Enjoying the beauty of the lower NIagara River.

Devil's Hole to Whirlpool Loop Adventure Hike

By Explore Niagara NY

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Overview

The Devils Hole to Whirlpool Loop Tour offers a rare opportunity to experience the Niagara River Gorge from both the river’s edge and its rim. This exclusive hike takes you down 410 stone steps into the heart of the gorge, where you’ll explore rugged trails and learn about the area’s rich history, including Devils Hole, the Niagara Gorge Railway, and the New York Power Authority. Your New York State Licensed Hiking Guide will help you navigate narrow paths and rocks and shares fascinating stories about the gorge’s geology and wildlife. The tour culminates at the famous Whirlpool Rapids, where you can relax on Butterfly Rock and enjoy the views. The return climb up 400+ stone steps offers breathtaking panoramas. With small group sizes and personalised attention, this immersive, challenging adventure is perfect for nature lovers. We strive to make your Niagara Falls visit unforgettable.

Activity location

Devil's Hole State Park
- Niagara Scenic Parkway
- 14305, Niagara Falls, New York, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

4XP3+5V Niagara Falls
- Niagara Falls, New York, United States

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What's included, what's not

Professional English Speaking Tour guide
All Fees and Taxes
Bottled water

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Max 2 dogs per tour allowed for $12 per dog with 25-100lbs
Must be able walk up and down 400+ uneven stone steps

Activity itinerary

Devil's Hole State Park

Meet your guide at the Devils Hole State Park. There is free parking at Devil's Hole park (no oversized RV parking). We will meet at the bathroom building at the north end of the park. Devil's Hole Park offers views of the Niagara River, New York Power Authority Dam and Lewiston/Queston Bridge to Canada. We will have a brief overview of the tour and a hiking safety discussion. We will begin the hike by descending 400+ stone steps into the Niagara River Gorge. From there will head south on the path towards Devils Hole.

Devil's Hole State Park

The hiking path is wide and flat at first and can get muddy if we had recent rain. The trail begins to narrow and gets rocky and slopes into the gorge. Your duide will give you tips of how to safely navigate this part of the trail. We will reach Devils Hole and discuss historical significance of the area.

Whirlpool State Park

We will contune hiking towards the Whirlpool and learn about the old Niagara River Gorge Railway. We will navigate through some large rocks, tree roots and see rock slides all while having views the the Niagara River. As we get closer to the Whilpool you'll see and hear the roar of the Class 5 rapids. We will stop at key spots of some photos and water breaks. stops for photos of the swirling aqua blue water.

Whirlpool State Park

We will reach Butterfly Rock Landing at the Whirlpool. Enjoy some free time for independent exploration and to experience the powerful twists and churs of the rapids. You can also just sit and relax, enjoy blu-green aqua river water, watch and wave to the jet boats or the Aero Car above you. Your guide will be happy to use your phone or camera to take photos of your group.

Whirlpool State Park

Your group will exit the gorge by hiking up a diffeerent 400+ step stone staircase to the rim of the gorge. This is the most challenging part of the hike, but we will stop as many times as needed to rest. When we reach the rim of the gorge, your guide will lead you to the overlook where you can see the Whirlpool from the top of the gourge. There will also be time for a bathroom break before returning to Devil's Hole.

Devil's Hole State Park

We will return to Devil's Hole car park by taking an easy walk along the upper rim of the Niagara River gorge. We will stop along the way to see the jet boats and take photos of the gorge and river. There will also be an option to stay and explore more of Whirlpool park and return to Devils Hole on your own. You can also hike or take a free bus 3 miles south to The Falls and return by the free bus back to Devil's Hole car park. Ask your guide for directions.

Location

Activity location

Devil's Hole State Park
- Niagara Scenic Parkway
- 14305, Niagara Falls, New York, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

4XP3+5V Niagara Falls
- Niagara Falls, New York, United States

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