Gorgeous
“Ontario’s Grand Canyon!
The Elora Gorge is one of the most beautiful places in Ontario.”
The Elora Gorge is one of the most beautiful places in Ontario.”
– TripAdvisor Review
It’s hard to believe that in less than 5 minutes from any main street or neighbourhood, you can be totally immersed in nothing but nature right in our backyard, but feel as far away as your mind will wander.
“photo-worthy plunging limestone canyon through which the Grand River seethes. Easy walks extend to cliff views, caves and the Cascade waterfalls – a sheet of white water spilling over a stepped cliff.”
– Lonely Planet
The Elora Gorge is one of the most beautiful and spectacular natural areas in the Grand River valley. The Grand River rushes past 22-metre high cliffs. Riverside trails (with safety barriers) and scenic overlooks provide hikers with stunning views of the water far below where kayakers and tubers make their way through the rapids.
“Snaking around the Elora Gorge Conservation area” … (the) “trail encounters waterfalls, sweeping views of the gorge, and ample opportunities to explore the Grand River.”
– BlogTO, 5 epic hiking trails near Toronto
There are three kilometres of walking trails in the conservation area, offering views of the 22-metre deep gorge. Nearby is the Elora Cataract Trailway, a 47-kilometre trail linking the Grand and Credit river watersheds.
“A Scenic wonder…The deep limestone gorge leads to cascading waterfalls…a fun way to spend a warm afternoon.”
– Lonely Planet, Canada
In these busy times of technology and schedules, the Elora Gorge offers you a chance to unplug and reconnect – this time with the natural beauty around you. From the sounds of the rushing waters below to the wind rustling through the trees above, you will feel yourself unwind and tune into all that surrounds you.
“The Elora Gorge is a natural beauty hidden in the historical town of Elora that presents hikers with stunning views of the plunging waters of the gorge.“
– TheCultureTrip.com, The 10 Best Hiking Trails Near Toronto
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The Tooth of Time: In 1927 the “Islet Rock” was secured with a steel rail at the point and the rock was faced with cement, with hope that it would last forever in the middle of the Grand River. This is the starting point of the famous “Elora Gorge”.
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Ready to get your feet wet? Learn more about the Elora Gorge:
Grand River Conservation Area Tubing Elora Gorge Hiking Loop Elora Cataract TrailwayElora Raft Rides Plan Your Visit
