Little Falls
Ontario • 7 m
By Armen Suny · Last verified Oct 2026
Difficulty
Drive Up
About Little Falls
Little Falls, also called Little Falls on Wilson Street, is a 7 m (23 ft) terraced ribbon cascade on a tributary of Ancaster Creek beside Wilson Street in Ancaster, Hamilton. It flows most strongly during rainstorms and the winter snow melt. It is a roadside view rather than a hike, and can be seen from a car when the leaves are off the trees.
The Setting
Little Falls sits at 168 metres in the foothills of Ontario. The falls drop 7 metres.
Height: 23 feet
Nearby Falls Worth Visiting
Tiffany Falls (21 m) lies 0.6 kilometres to the east. Also nearby: Sherman Falls (17 m, 0.6 km) and Ancaster Heights Falls (13 m, 0.2 km).
Trail & Hike Details
The Approach
No hiking required. Little Falls is accessible by vehicle with a roadside viewing area.
What to Expect
The falls drop a gentle 7 metres.
Accessibility
This waterfall is viewable from a vehicle-accessible area. No hiking is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
🐶 Are Dogs Allowed at Little Falls?
❌ Dogs are not allowed
Are There Any Fees or Permits Required?
🆖 No fees required
🏊 Is There Swimming at Little Falls?
❌ Swimming is not allowed
When to Visit
Spring (late March through May) and early summer for highest water flow. Fall offers good color and generally pleasant hiking weather. Winter can produce ice formations but is more hazardous due to ice and limited trail maintenance.
Seasonal Access
The best time to visit is Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. Check with the managing park or local authority for current conditions.
Safety Information
Do not stop in the traffic lanes of Wilson Street to look at the falls. Stay off the steep, wet slopes beside the road.
Current Water Conditions
These readings come from the Water Survey of Canada gauge on Ancaster Creek, 1.2 km away, not on Little Falls's own stream. Use them as a sign of whether the area is running wet or dry.
0.1 m³/s
Current discharge — how much water is flowing
About average for this time of year
Based on 34 years of record
0.12 m
Water depth at gauge
7-Day Discharge Trend
What does this mean for your visit?
Flow is about average for this time of year.
About This Gauge
7-Day Flow Outlook
Based on the WSC gauge ANCASTER CREEK AT ANCASTER (1 km away).
Today
Moderate
0.1 m³/s
6/10Tomorrow
Moderate
0.0 m³/s
6/10Sat
Moderate
0.0 m³/s
6/10Sun
Moderate
0.0 m³/s
6/10Mon
Moderate
0.0 m³/s
6/10Tue
Moderate
0.0 m³/s
6/10Wed
Moderate
0.1 m³/s
5/10Best window: Today — moderate flow, partly cloudy (trip score 6/10).
Best time of year: this gauge typically runs highest from early March to late May, peaking in April.
How we calculate this
This is a transparent outlook, not a precise forecast. We take the waterfall's current flow strength (how it ranks against its historical normal for today, from the nearest WSC stream gauge), carry that ranking forward along the gauge's seasonal curve, and nudge it for forecast rain. Confidence is highest for the next day or two and falls further out. Always check official conditions and your own judgment before visiting — high flows can be dangerous.
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Weather Forecast
Location & Access
Getting There
Drive up Wilson Street toward Ancaster. The falls is on the east side of the road, just past where the two upbound lanes merge into one.
Get Directions on Google MapsParking
No parking area at the falls is documented. Do not stop in the traffic lanes of Wilson Street.
Elevation
168 metres above sea level
Coordinates
43.239513° N, -79.965569° W
Visitor Tips & Gear
Look for it in late fall through early spring when the leaves are down. Tiffany Falls and Sherman Falls are nearby and have parking and trails.
Where to Stay
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Nearby Campground
Lost Forest Park & Camping Resort
16.2 km away
Additional Information
Nearby Attractions
Lower Little Falls is on the west side of Wilson Street opposite this falls. Tiffany Falls (parking lot on Wilson Street East) and Sherman Falls (limited paid parking off Artaban Road) are nearby on the Bruce Trail.
Wildlife
Typical southern Ontario woodland wildlife: songbirds, squirrels, raccoons, white-tailed deer, and small mammals. Ticks and biting insects can be present in warm months. Aquatic wildlife in small streams may include frogs and common stream invertebrates.
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