Fifteen Mile Creek and Lower Rockaway Falls loop — Rockway Conservation Area

01:06

4.09km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 20, 2025

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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984 m

Fifteen Mile Creek

Highlight • River

Fifteen Mile Creek runs through the Rockway Conservation Area near St. Catharines, and is the source of the impressive Rockway Falls. The creek feeds a striking “ramp” waterfall that plunges into a deep gorge, creating one of the area’s most dramatic natural features. Trails wind along the creek's gorge, offering hikers forested paths, scenic lookouts, and access to the waterfalls. The creek and conservation area it flows through, blend natural beauty with convenience, making it a popular destination for exploring the stunning landscapes.

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1.60 km

Rockway Conservation Area

Highlight • Waterfall

Rockway Conservation Area, located along the Niagara Escarpment, offers up dramatic scenery and rich history. The site features two waterfalls plunging 19.5 and 12.2 meters, as well as trails that wind through mature forests of basswood, sugar maple, walnut, and sycamore. Hikers can explore the Fifteen Mile Creek valley, discover remnants of historic salt springs dating back to 1792, and enjoy new accessible trails and lookouts that make the escarpment views easier to reach.

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2.46 km

Lower Rockway Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Lower Rockway Falls is accessible via the Rockway Conservation Trail and makes for a great destination when visiting the area. You can hike it as an out and back or as part of a longer hike on the nearby Bruce Trail.

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4.09 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.06 km

< 100 m

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