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Devil's Hole to Whirlpool Loop Adventure Hike

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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 Railroad, 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 personalized attention, this immersive, challenging adventure is perfect for nature lovers. We strive to make your Niagara Falls visit unforgettable.

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 Railroad, 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 personalized attention, this immersive, challenging adventure is perfect for nature lovers. We strive to make your Niagara Falls visit unforgettable.

Itinerary

  • 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 restroom 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.

    15 minutes
  • 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.

    20 minutes
  • Whirlpool State Park

    We will contune hiking toward 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.

    30 minutes
  • 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.

    40 minutes
  • 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.

    40 minutes
  • Devil's Hole State Park

    We will return to Devil's Hole parking lot 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 parking lot. Ask your guide for directions.

    45 minutes

Location

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Address

4XP3+5VQ Niagara Falls, NY, USA

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Inclusions

  • Professional English Speaking Tour guide
  • All fees and/or taxes

Exclusions

  • Bottled water

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers 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

Guide Languages

  • English

Cancellation Policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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