Niagara Falls State Park

Niagara Falls State Park is home to over 400 acres of lush landscape and wildlife, the beautiful falls themselves, and many famous attractions. Niagara USA offers a breathtaking view of one of nature’s marvels and an experience that will last a lifetime.

First discovered in 1678, by French explorer Father Louis Hennepin, Niagara Falls was one of America's first icons, luring explorers, daredevils and millions of visitors with its untamed beauty, thundering roar and tremendous power.

World-class attractions such as the Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds, offer the 8 million visitors each year an opportunity to feel, see and experience the rush of Niagara's waters. At the Fredrick Law Olmsted designed park, the oldest state park in the nation, a natural splendor allows the park to be seen as nature intended it to be seen.

Each year, millions of people don sandals and ponchos to take part in a close up view of the American and Bridal Veil Falls on the Cave of the Winds. What most people don’t know is that the very decks they stand on are torn down and re-built each and every year. Due to frigid waters in the spring, teams of park employees work for only 20 minutes at a time re-building the famous decks.

The State Park is open 365 days a year, 24-hours a day. You can walk through the park or take the Niagara Scenic Trolley ride. The Niagara Falls Discovery Pass is available for purchase and will save you 33% on five attractions in Niagara Falls USA.

	Niagara Falls State Park Visitor Center Park Visitor Center (map) Phone 716-278-1796 www.niagarafallsstatepark.com Information Center, ticketing, gift shop, food and home to the Niagara Adventure Theater, the Visitor Center should be your first stop at Niagara Falls State Park.  Footpaths lead from the Center to every area of the park and the Niagara Scenic Trolley departs from right near the Center.
	Niagara Falls State Park Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) www.niagarafallsstatepark.com Niagara Falls State Park is America’s oldest state park, established in 1885 and designed by great landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted. It is ONLY at Niagara Falls State Park where you can get up close and personal with the Falls at these great attractions
	Cave of the Winds Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) Phone 716-278-1730 www.niagarafallsstatepark.com Get closer than you can imagine at the Cave of the Winds! Go face-to-face with the pounding waters of Niagara Falls and get soaked on the Hurricane Deck where you are just feet from the thundering waters. You cannot get any closer to the Falls! Be sure to plan a trip at night when the Falls are illuminated in a rainbow of color! Seasonal. Admission.
	Goat Island Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) Get in touch with nature on Goat Island while gaining access to the Cave of the Winds, Top of the Falls Restaurant, Three Sisters Islands, Terrapin Point, Luna Island and the Rapids!
	Great Lakes Garden Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) Located outside the Visitor Center, view the 1.5 acres of lush floral gardens that depict the Great Lakes region above the Falls, including grassy areas in the shapes of Lake Michigan, Superior, Huron and Erie, as well as a walkway that follows the course of the Niagara River.
	Luna Island Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) This small island between the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls has an awe-inspiring view of both Falls.
	Maid of the Mist Boat Tour Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) Phone 716-284-8897 www.maidofthemist.com This world-famous scenic boat tour of the American and Canadian Falls is a spectacular half-hour ride but the memory lasts a lifetime. Access the tour via the Observation Tower elevator at Prospect Point in the state park. Waterproof clothing is provided. Operates mid May-late October. Admission.
	Niagara Adventure Theater PO Box 1132, Prospect Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) Phone 716-278-5040 / 1-866-750-4629 www.niagaramovie.com Hold on to your seats for the most powerful and involving film experience that brings reality to life on a 45 foot screen! IMAX’s groundbreaking photographic technique lets audience members discover the thundering Falls from a completely new and exhilarating perspective, and plunge over them along with history's daredevils. Shows begin hourly and free multi- language headsets are available. Seasonal. Admission.
	Niagara Gorge Discovery Center Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) Phone 716-278-1070 www.niagarafallsstatepark.com Since the Ice Age ended the Falls have been the scene of constant change. Through interactive displays, fossil and rock specimens, a multi-screen presentation and an exciting elevator ride, you’ll see how plant and animal life developed and rivers and lakes were created. Seasonal. Admission.
	Niagara Gorge Trailhead Building Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 Phone 716-278-1780/ 716-745-7848 www.niagarafallsstatepark.com Guided tours into the legendary Niagara Gorge are offered from this building and hikes of varying length, degrees of difficulty and topics are yours to explore. This is the best way to learn about the science and unique environment of the Falls.  Call for times and reservations. Seasonal. Admission.
	Niagara Scenic Trolley Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) Phone 716-278-1730 www.niagarafallsstatepark.com The best way to see the park! Stopping at several locations throughout the park, you can board and stay on for the entire 3 mile route or get on and off as you wish. A history of the park is provided by an on board tour guide. Admission.
	Observation Tower Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) Phone 716-278-1796 www.niagarafallsstatepark.com The Tower’s observation deck extends over the Niagara Gorge and is the only place in the Park to view both the American and Horseshoe Falls at the same time! Ride the elevator down to the lower landing for a view from below or to board the Maid of the Mist. Admission.
	Prospect Point Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) The prime viewing area for the American Falls and Rapids, Prospect Point is also home to the Visitor Center, Niagara Adventure Theater, the Observation Tower and the Maid of the Mist.
	Terrapin Point Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) Get next to the thundering Horseshoe Falls, shop at the gift shop and have a bite to eat at Top of the Falls Restaurant.
	Three Sisters Islands Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (map) Three historic walking bridges link Goat Island to the Three Sisters Islands where you get a unique view of the upper rapids as the water races for the Falls.
	Top of the Falls Restaurant   Goat Island. 716-278-0340 www.niagarafallsstatepark.com The Top of the Falls Restaurant serves up delicious American and regional favorites from its open kitchen, and offers one of the best vistas in Niagara Falls State Park overlooking the Horseshoe Falls. Everyone has a great seat, since Top of the Falls Restaurant has tiered seating and two outdoor dining decks. Seasonal.