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The Waterfall Route

The Waterfall Route

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One trip is required per group.

* "PDF Instant Download" means the trip will be sent by email as a PDF document, and not by mail (the email is sent immediately after completing your purchase)

WHAT TO EXPECT

Explore a variety of waterfalls, charming towns, funky restaurants and several photo ops. We included quite a few 'bonus stops' in case you'd like to turn this day trip into an overnighter. This trip is perfect for spring - fall travellers. Waterfalls may dry up in extreme heat.

Trip Highlights

  • Get your waterfall fix
  • Take in scenic views
  • Delicious small-town food stops
  • A one-of-a-kind seasonal garden

AVAILABLE TO DEPART

This trip is best done Spring - Fall between Thursday and Saturday.

SUGGESTED FOR

  • Avid road trippers
  • Waterfall chasers
  • Adventurous families and couples
  • Photographers

Itinerary

STOP 1

Start your day by heading to this charming country town centred around a dam and its falls. Drive time to the second stop is 17 minutes.

STOP 2

Another cute town, another waterfall. We've also recommended a few hiking trails if you're ready to stretch your legs. Drive time to the third stop is 19 minutes.

STOP 3

Grab a bite to eat for the next stop. We've recommended a variety of delicious eateries and some other attractions to look out for. Drive time to the fourth stop is 5 minutes.

STOP 4

The last stop includes two of the biggest waterfalls of the day. We've also included two bonus options if you'd like to keep travelling- including five more waterfalls to check out!

Region

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Can depart from

Kitchener-Waterloo Area, Toronto Area

Before you go

What You'll Need to Bring

  • Camera
  • Cash
  • Hiking Shoes
  • Money
  • Outdoor Gear
  • Reusable Shopping Bags
  • Road Trip Snacks
  • Water

Additional Details

  • Kid-Friendly
  • Dog-Friendly

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We're here to help!

See the approximate total round-trip driving distances/times below. These are driving distances only and do not factor in time spent at stops.

• From Toronto: 4 hours and 20 minutes / 348 km

• From Hamilton: 4 hours and 26 minutes / 342 km

• From Kitchener: 3 hours and 23 minutes / 250 km

• From Pickering: 4 hours and 45 minutes / 395 km

• From Barrie: 3 hours and 15 minutes / 234 km

This itinerary can be used Thursday to Saturday from Spring to Fall.

We recommend leaving anytime between 7 am – 8 am if you’re departing from the GTA. The later you leave, the less time you may have to complete all the stops. 

You can bring your pup on The Waterfall Route!

The trip includes patio options for when it’s warm & take out options. There will also be at least one dog-friendly activity at each stop. If you bring your furry friend, you will be unable to bring them into any indoor suggestions.

We recommended bringing up to 5 people on your surprise road trip. If you're bringing a larger group, we highly recommend having one person in charge of booking reservations at the restaurants and attractions in advance. In your confirmation email, you'll receive a copy of the itinerary.

One suggestion on your Fourth Stop requires an admission of $10, with a second free option. Please bring cash or have cell data available to pay online.

We have included a few accommodation recommendations in the confirmation email.

Customer Reviews

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Michelle Lisi
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Waterfall Route

This was our fourth guess where trip and having done previous ones I had high hopes. This trip is best on warmer days. Most stops were closed and therefore we decided to make our own road trip not listed in the envelopes.

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Kaitlyn Henderson
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Gorgeous Waterfalls & Lovely Rural Towns

My sister & I did this trip over labour day weekend and had an absolute blast! The waterfalls were gorgeous and each of the stops has something unique. Definitely recommend this trip!

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Steve Tiessen
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Take two days to do the Waterfall route.

The Waterfall route was our first Guess Where trip after hearing about your business from some neighbours. We took the trip on September 30th and opted to stay over night. We had a great adventure and were totally in to the idea of not knowing where we were going until opening the next envelope; although we did know the general direction because we had opted to stay over night so seeking accommodations gave us that clue. It was a great trip, exploring many unique little waterfalls all within a very reasonable day trip from our house. There are options to expand the number of waterfalls you visit and we would suggest that this is a great trip for a two day adventure. We were unable to get a room and any of the suggested accommodations, either because they were booked or it was just a little too pricey but knowing the general direction we were able to book an amazing, reasonably priced bed and breakfast which turned out to be very near our last stop of the trip. We would highly recommend the adventure. Steve and Bea

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Kara Harris-Row
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What an amazing day%21

This was our first and won’t be our last%21 In fact%2C we are going to go back and finish the spots we didn’t go to PLUS go back and explore the other spots a bit longer. More hiking%2C sitting and engaging in some mindfulness%2C etc. Highly recommend this trip%21

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N.M.
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Lots of waterfalls

Waterfalls were cool to see many of throughout the trip, could have used some additional food stops for a good meal.