Fall and summer are tied for my favourite seasons. I’m rarely sad when summer ends because I know that fall foliage and fall activities are around the corner! These are my favourite places to see fall foliage in southern Ontario. If you live in the area or are visiting in the fall, I highly recommend admiring the red, amber, and gold leaves at these beautiful spots.
Dundas Peak
Dundas Peak is by far my favourite place to see fall foliage in southern Ontario. Located in Dundas, Hamilton, this spot is VERY busy, especially in the fall. At the moment, reservations and a fee are required to hike the Dundas Peak Trail but if you have never been before, it’s worth it.
Along the Dundas Peak Trail you’ll pass beautiful Tew Falls.
Once you reach the Peak, the view will take your breath away. You’ll be overlooking the Dundas Valley Conservation Area and its red, copper, yellow and green treetops. It’s amazing!
You should also check out Webster Falls (also requires a reservation), which is just down the road. This is the largest waterfall in Dundas and one of my favourites!
Bronte Creek Provincial Park
Bronte Park is located in Halton, between Burlington and Oakville. Although the entrance fee is costly, I have loved coming here since I was a kid.
There are several trails throughout the park. The Ravine Lookout Trail has a great viewpoint overlooking Bronte Creek.
Another one of my favourites is the Half Moon Valley Trail because it brings you down to Bronte Creek.
My most memorable visit to Bronte Park was in early November one year. All of the leaves were turning the most gorgeous shade of gold. So beautiful!
You should also tour the Spruce Lane Farm House, built in 1899.
Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area
Rattlesnake Point is a very popular spot for hiking and camping in Milton. The conservation area has a few hiking trails that will bring you to several viewpoints. The Nelson Lookout is my favourite view out of Halton’s conservation areas. Enjoying Rattlesnake Point and its’ views in the fall is a must!
Mount Nemo Conservation Area
Mount Nemo is another beautiful conservation area in Milton where you can hike, picnic, and camp. Although there are only 5 km of hiking trails, Mount Nemo has some beautiful viewpoints that you can’t miss. The views are especially impressive in the fall.
“Country” drives
Sometimes the best way to enjoy fall foliage is to simply go for a drive. I feel very lucky to have grown up in Halton, where the “country” is just a short drive north from the city. In the fall, you’ll come across gorgeous vistas of leaves changing colours on your drives along the Niagara Escarpment. I could spend hours driving around!
I hope you enjoyed this list of my favourite places to see fall foliage in southern Ontario!
