It's a beautiful place. The way to go to the falls is a challenge though. You have to find ur own way going down and have to hike through mud, go under/over fallen trees, and rocky paths. Going back is more challenging, we climb up using a rope. It's a very nice and thrilling experience.

Was having trouble with Google maps this day and it took me to the wrong location. Luckily I figured it out and made my way to see the sights. Nobody was around to give tips or offer advise about the area so I went armed only with the reviews posted on here about how it looked and what to look for. The mills and small falls were nice, then you walk along to the back area an you can glimpse the falls through the trees. You can also walk around by following the trail for about 2km down to the falls. Didn't have enough time to get down there, but I will be back to see that view when I bring my family.

Always a pleasure to tour around the mill in a hike. I often spot snakes here and today there was a little baby on the trail so be mindful you don't step on them! Very nice hike, I avoid weekends because too busy. Now the mill tours are open and that is even more fun!

The hiking towards the falls is amazing, it feels like going through a forest road. The route to go down the falls is a challenging, it's very confusing for a person going there for the first time. Tip: - 1) Take a backpack with no handbags. 2) Follow the mud road till it takes you down at a point you'll see a step down path go down through it and you'll see the stream. Then follow the stream in opposite direction of the flow. 3) Take extra clothes because the falls are amazing and you'll want to get under it 😁

This is easily one of my favourite little local gems. I’ve hiked here a few times and have come to love the scenery, the trails, and the waterfalls. At times I have used the rope to get down and up, but, lately I’ve been taking the Laura Secord trail down to the split by where the old swimming hole use to be, and then walking back towards the falls. I’ve enjoyed swimming underneath DeCew falls, and admiring the tranquility that comes with this beautiful park. I would certainly suggest waterproof shoes if you are making the hike, and preferably hiking shoes.

A really nice adventure hike. Its almost a 2 hour hike and the hike pathway stops at one point and you have to climb and walk over stones which is a tough experience but its worth the effort to go and see the natural serenity. Pack some snacks and drinks as you might be needing them on your way.

This was a beautiful place to come to and spend a couple hours here, it's a little tricky getting down. There is a trail that is about 2km long and I'm not sure if it will bring you down to the falls but when you enter the path there are a few spots with ropes on the side of the stone wall where you can climb down this is much faster but also dangerous so if your with young kids or are a boring stickler stay on the path. Also there are crab fish here so I would definitely bringing your water shoes or just wear your shoes so you don't get pinched like crazy. There are also water snakes swimming about they won't bother you they are trying to catch some fish. Actually while I was here I saw 2 water snakes here one of them with a fish in its mouth. It's a beautiful place to see.

Just really loved this hidden treasure! We typed in Waterfalls near us and it took us to Decew Falls! Had no idea this 1800's grist mill would still be working!(with alot of help from volunteers over the years!) A great spot to enjoy, take a hike along the Bruce Trail that runs along side of the falls. So enjoyable! Happy travels!

I can say that it was to extreme for me. The waterfall is beautiful, but not easy to reach for a perfect spot. There is real adventure with mud and fallen trees that you need to climb on and under, sleepery paths and steep slopes you are going on your own. If you will decide to go down think twice....

Upper and lower falls. Best time to visit when no rain for a few days, otherwise, path is muddy and slippery. Prepare to get shoes wet. For lower falls, follow path straight to the end and take branch to the right down slope. At the pond, trace back along rivers edge to lower falls. For shortcut to upper falls bring a buddy. About 200m along main path a short path leads to the cliff edge with a rock outcrop. Beside the outcrop is a rope to help descend the 2m drop. Descend to the river bend and follow back to upper falls. An alternate path to scale up the escarpment is available on dry days.

PLEASE if you go to Decew Falls (it's definitely worth it) DO NOT LITTER. There is so much garbage at the bottom of the trail its disgusting. If you plan on going please bring an extra plastic bag and a glove and help clean up the place. If you are visiting and not a local - respect the area! The hike down is challenging, bring proper shoes (guaranteed your shoes will probably get muddy or wet) and always watch your step. Not recommended for families or people who are inexperienced with difficult hikes.

Falls are closed as of now it's better not to park our vehicle and walk all the way near to the falls.

Lovely falls and scenery and the information plaques throughout the morningstar mill are very interesting and informative. Worth the trip and it's a nice hike along the edge of the ravine there as well.

Nice place to hike. I recommend to watch this place. Recommended to wear shoes. It is difficult to go along with infants (obviously hikes are always the same, but just stated as a note). Note: when you are about to reach this place, there is down. Cautiously you can go down and reach the place.

Its closed stay home and avoid a $800 fine UPDATE !!! ITS STILL CLOSED !!!

Really cool and unique location for these falls. We stopped here on our way back home from Niagara Falls and was for sure worth the small detour. I would have like to go to the bottom of the falls but when we got here it was starting to get late and a little hard to see so by the time we would have made it to the bottom and back it for sure would have been dark... Id like to go back during the day if ever back in the area cause we also did not get to check out the inside of any of the buildings. I added a few pictures of the actually morningstar mill portion as well so you can see some of the falls surroundings but didn't use to many as I left the mill its own review..

Decew Falls is a hidden gem, where the past met the present in an enchanting blend of history, nature, and serenity. It's a place where one can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and find solace in the embrace of untouched beauty. The old wheat flour mill and the family house that once belonged to its owners provided a fascinating glimpse into the past. As I wandered along the trail, I observed a reader engrossed in a book by the falls, perfectly encapsulating the tranquility of the surroundings. The trail catered to both walkers and joggers, providing an opportunity to immerse oneself in nature's beauty while staying active. The sight of people bathing in the falls added a touch of adventure to the experience. It was clear that they had taken the effort to hike down to this scenic spot, underlining the allure and accessibility of the location. A strategically placed bench allowed me to sit back, relax, and fully absorb the soothing ambiance that only nature can provide.

What a nice place to visit! Today, December 31st, was a balmy day at 9⁰C. The trails were muddy and slippery, but given the slope it was expected. The 12 Mile Creek was so nice and so clean and the sound of the water over the rapids was intoxicating. Only birds singing was missing! Can't wait to go back and visit the place in summer. There are many, many trails in the area.

This place provide the history of Morning star and his family, it gives an idea about how people lived in the past. You can enjoy the peaceful music of falls along with the historic scenes. Nice place to visit.

Place is amazing but bro trust me its so risky to go there there is no proper way to go down to the fall or may be we don't know . Place is full of snakes . But once you reach there you are in heaven 😇

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I had an amazing experience at Decew Falls! The natural beauty of the waterfall and surrounding trails is breathtaking. It's a perfect spot for a peaceful hike and some quiet time with nature. The sound of the rushing water is so soothing. I highly recommend visiting this hidden gem. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the stunning views! 🏞️📸

Nice falls with a nice trail. Cannot go near the fall unless you are ready to trek down by steep hill. The area is really nice.

There are two water falls very close, during summer you can clean your energies in those waters and you could walk behind the water in the smaller one. There is a trail that head you to the falls. There is a shortcut climbing the rocks, it’s not recommended but if you loves risks ....

"A Perfect spot to go for a , hiking, rock clime, And set up a photo shoot." "Free tours A very nice place to visit, entertaining, knowledge staff, great sights." "A small get away area ideal for summer with camping options."

The morninstar mill and the small village is located in a very cozy setting by the falls. The hike to the falls is very good. There are two trails leading to the falls. Good hiking shoes are recommended, especially if you want to go down to the falls. Always pack some snacks and water, whenever you want to hike and visit the falls. We started the hike from the far side of the falls, by the first nations peace monument. We used the bruce trail along side the water reservoir for ontario power generation. The trail is bikeable too but you have to be careful because the trail can get a bit middy, slippery, and rough.

Thorold. Amazing beautiful hike down since climbing down and up is too dangerous, especially without precautions taken. It's gotten more busy than before. 10 years ago, it was rare to find people, now theres an abundance, so be prepared for a crowd. Free public place, no lifeguards. Ps it's beautiful underneath the falls there's a pathway. There's also more than one.

Beautiful falls HOWEVER, be prepared to do about 1 hr 15 mins hike by the riverside over and under logs and through mud. This is probably one of the most difficult hikes I’ve ever been on. Wear hiking shoes/boots and be prepared to get a little wet. It’s a little bit of a rough walk but if your dressed for it it’s a nice challenge ! There’s a short way to the falls that requires the use of a rope to help you traverse down the side of a steep rock face

Still open for covid, beautiful place, got to see a friend. Great day . ... Oh was free, parking is tight, but seems to be adequate with a little walk

Don’t go it’s closed in covid no parking no entry point

Trekked thru the snow when I visited and it was lovely even though the falls were frozen over.

This one is a really good place to visit. The historical mill is so weel guided, we felt very welcome and they explained every single detail, they are very polite and patient with kids! They expecting to bring it to work again next year, I'm looking forward to seeing it! It'll be incredible! The trail is beautiful, but a long and not so easy hike to the waterfalls. I really enjoyed my time there. I recommend the visit!

I had never been here or heard about it. It is an absolutely beautiful spot and a beautiful trail to walk with a friend family or furbaby. Lots of history and information on the spot.

Great Hike! The trail can be challenging for all ages especially on rainy days. But, if you get to the fall, it is indeed stunning 😍. You can actually get under the waterfall. Great place to visit! Just be cautious ⚠️ on each step.

Take the long way around, have sturdy footwear, and be prepared for very slippery slopes if it rains. 💯☀️🙂

Difficult to impossible to see the falls and not that interesting or impressive unless there has been some rain or meltwater. Very difficult to get down to the bottom too. Trail is ok. Buildings are mildly interesting.

Very picturesque, Terry that worked there was very informative about the history of the place. He was even there on his day off. Nice trails to walk around back.

It's pretty and the information signs dotted around the site were interesting. Nothing was open inside and consequently we did not stay long. But worth a quick stop for sure.

This is a fantastic hiking experience. At the entrance, you can visit the mill and see the small one-room museum inside. Next, take the 1.5 - 2 km trail to go to the two waterfalls. It is short, but can get quite steep and you have to overcome obstacles like fallen tree trunks. The highlight is the second waterfall, where you can swim in the warm pond underneath.

What a beautiful little hidden place to visit. We found this place while coming back from Niagara Falls for an overnight. The history o the placeis fun to learn about and the views and trails are so pretty. If you are looking for a nice scenic trail walk and are in the area I recommend it. Added bonus parking is free.

Great tourist attraction, the parking lot is small but free to park and the walking trails are large and w' Ell maintained

I enjoy this place. I've been going for about 14 years. It is a cute view from the top, And if you're willing to do a little scrambling and muddy path at the bottom, there are lovely views up at the falls as well.

Liked it here. But to see the waterfall from up close you will have to hike down hill.

Nice sceneries, but please don't go on rainy days as the walking path would be muddy and might skid while walking

The parking is there and so are the picnic tables. But there is no vantage point/ lookout to enjoy the view of the falls. The old mill structure looks quaint.

Old buildings and house to explore and see how life was in the late 1800's. Walking trails are rugged but good. Not for a wheelchair though. Very scenic. Needs more parking spots.

A nice stop for lunch. Cool old buildings to look at with plenty of interpretive panels explaining the history of the mill and the falls. The falls aren't easy to see from the path. Maybe I didn't walk far enough down the path. Pick up some local fruits and cheeses on the way.

Very interesting place. Would be nice to have safe access to the lower part of the valley to see the falls from below. But the history is interesting.

A beautiful free location to visit during autumn. Easy to find with plenty of free parking. A nice walking path to a lovely view above the falls. We encountered families and dog walkers along the path so it appeared to be very user friendly. The path and area was landscaped and maintained wonderfully.

Beautiful waterfall with an interesting old mill on the property. We did not go down to the falls, we just walked along the path at the top and the view was spectacular! A lot bigger than we expected!

Nice, interesting and highly recommended place. You can explore the interior of the mill with all machinery and infrastructure in perfect condition. Very intertain8ng and informative. The only drawback is very limited parking lot.

Always exciting to watch the freighters

Great place for a walk or longer hike. Parking lot and mill closed but still accessible via Bruce Trail.

Beautiful

Nice Place for tracking and hiking

Unfortunately Decew Falls is barricaded off because of Covid-19. What I could see looked worth another visit when it is unbarricaded.

It's closed for now due to public safety reasons

Gorgeous. But be ready to hike!

Wasted an hour to drive out here only to find this was fenced off. Most likely by misinformed individuals paranoid about Covid.

Awesome hike to a beautiful waterfall to swim under. Trail getting there isn't maintained but if you take your time it isn't hard. Once you reach the Lower Decew Falls you gotta climb up and go above to reach the bigger Decew Falls. Please don't bring your trash, so much garbage has been left their. Don't be trash people. Rock shoes are a must if your trying to swim in the pool under the waterfall.

Beautiful journey to the falls. No parking available by falls due to clowns messing it up for everyone. Look for the Bruce trail and you can access the pathway towards the falls. Found garbage all over the place. Sad to see. Still was a nice hike. Got some beautiful photos.

One of my best trips,had a great time with friends

There's no signs or trail markings anywhere to tell you if your going the right way. I hiked all the way and miraculously found it myself and it was closed. Completely fenced off....

Awesome place. The falls are a bit of a hike but the falls are amazing. When you start tge trail its actually a combination of 3 waterfalls. All 3 are great and worth the trail.

Hidden gem! There are two natural falls here in the decew falls area, each beautiful in its own way. The first falls is by a picturesque red mill, the second is further away on the Bruce trail. The first falls is easily viewed from the cabin and surrounding area. The second falls is much harder to get to and i would only recommend to experienced hikers, its wet slippery and involves steep climbs at times. Please be careful and come prepared with the right footwear if you decide to go to the second one!

Beautiful place, the small, steep and slippery trail leading down to and even right behind the falls, going around into a cave is worth all the efforts. Bring a pair of flip flops as the rocks are slippery and brutally pointed under water. A must visit place where going early in the morning is reccommended.

Love this trail! Slow-moving creek will lead you down to the falls...

I'd say by far this is the most beautiful and fun place to hike in Ontario, especially if you go while it's raining, it could get very slippery though so wear some hiking shoes and do not go alone. I wouldnt recommend bringing your little kids here, but you could bring your dogs with you. enjoy

Loved the natural woods whilst the trek... Wonderful Treat to get beneath the falls.

Wonderful

Going though the lock

Beautiful historical grounds. Super interesting about the spiral staircase that a previous homeowner built to get to the bottom of the falls and ravine. Now people get injured trying to climb down there on steep unmarked trails so they closed the parking lot. But truly a pretty location. It can also be accessed by the Bruce Trail on a side trail with Blue Blazes. Parking can be found on Wiley Rd.

Beautiful Falls and the gentleman there gave us a tour of the flour mill and the old house on the property, it was interesting and educational. Their was no cost just a donation if you want to. He also gave me information to the St-Catherines museum.

Awsm place Really enjoyed Do visit

Place is good .. requires lot of energy for hiking.. steep paths.. fully covered with rocks and trees.. not suggestible with infants

Love the falls

Adventurous one💯

It is nice place for adventure

Cool place to hike!

It is open. You'll have to figure out a way to get in. There are multiple ways to go in. Multiple difficulty level trail. Waterfall is amazing.

Honestly this was one of the most challenging and exciting hikes I’ve ever been on in Ontario. While you can view the falls from the main trail, there is a steep hike down (not for beginners) that can take you to the riverside. Make sure to bring proper footwear and to be careful. I was only able to make it to the lower falls, but it was well worth it!

Fun to many bugs

Wonderful experience

Beautiful place. Great experience. Definitely recommend going down the trail as it is safe and a fun exercise. Climbing down the cliffs maybe dangerous (slippery rocks)

Defficult hike down to the falls, but worth it. Not recomended for small kids.

Closed.... no entry permitted

Great hike

Confusion

A ridiculous hike to get down to the bottom of the falls, but a beautiful sight