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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

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

Provincial park parking lot ($14.50/vehicle daily, or Ontario Parks pass). Limited spots — arrive early, especially on fall weekends.

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Seasonal Notes

Best: Fall

One of the premier fall colour destinations near Toronto — peak mid-October. The park is open year-round but the access road can be treacherous in winter. Spring brings rushing waterfalls from snowmelt.

Official Trail Page

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