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Cascade Falls at Forks of the Credit Provincial Park
EscarpmentModerateBest in Fall

Forks of the Credit Provincial Park

Caledon·5 km·2-3 hours

Check before you go

Reserve an Ontario Parks daily vehicle permit before travelling. Keep pets controlled on a leash no longer than two metres and obey any signed restrictions.

Length

5 km

Elevation

100 m

Surface

Dirt

Type

Loop

A compact but stunning provincial park where the Credit River carves through the Niagara Escarpment, creating dramatic waterfalls, limestone gorges, and old-growth forest. The 5-kilometre trail network includes a riverside walk to a 22-metre waterfall and panoramic views from the escarpment edge — all just 50 minutes from downtown Toronto.

Very Toronto Tips

This is the fall colours spot that locals try to keep secret. The drive up Forks of the Credit Road is itself spectacular, but the Cascade Falls viewpoint in mid-October is the real payoff. Go on a Tuesday morning if you can — weekends in October are a zoo.

Highlights

Cascade FallsCredit River gorgeNiagara Escarpment lookoutsfall coloursold-growth forestlimestone formations

Amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Stroller-friendly
  • Washrooms

Getting There

Transit

No direct transit. Drive north on Highway 10 from Brampton, then west on Forks of the Credit Road. About 50 minutes from downtown Toronto.

Parking

A daily vehicle permit is required, and advance reservations are strongly recommended because the small lot regularly reaches capacity.

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Official Trail PageGuide updated July 2026

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