Tiffany Falls Conservation Area

900 Wilson Street East, Ancaster, ON

Phone: 905-627-1233

Email: dvalley@conservationhamilton.ca

Activities at Tiffany Falls Conservation Area

Open 7 days a week, from sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted.

Visitor Alerts February 5, 2025: Due to high visitor traffic, Tiffany Falls Conservation Area has experienced significant parking challenges, including illegal parking that poses safety risks for visitors and roadway traffic. Police and bylaw officers will be present on weekends, strictly enforcing No-Stopping and Special Enforcement Area parking fines. To avoid congestion, consider visiting during off-peak times and always park legally. Alternative parking is available at the Dundas Valley at 650 Governors Road, with trail access to Tiffany Falls.

About Tiffany Falls Conservation Area

Fees: Parking is $11.50; free with HCA Membership Pass.

Tiffany Falls Conservation Area is considered a significant natural area. Its bedrock exposures are considered an Earth Science Area of Regional Significance. The central feature of the conservation area is Tiffany Falls, formed by Tiffany Creek.

The area provides a link between the green space corridor along the Niagara Escarpment through the Hamilton urban area, and the extensive natural areas of the Dundas Valley.

The forest area is made up of Eastern Hemlock, Sugar Maple, Red Oak, American Beech, White Ash, Basswood, Black Walnut, Hawthorn, Butternut and White Elm. There are also old field areas and tall shrub thickets.

The highly significant animal, insect, reptile and plant species found within the conservation area include the Purple Clematis, the Hickory Hairstreak butterfly, the Northern Ringneck Snake and the Louisiana Waterthrush.

Photo Permits
We are not accepting photo permit applications at this time for Tiffany Falls.

Tiffany Falls Conservation Area

900 Wilson Street East, Ancaster, ON

Phone: 905-627-1233

Email: dvalley@conservationhamilton.ca

Activities at Tiffany Falls Conservation Area

Open 7 days a week, from sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted.

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Current Water Levels

Water Level Explanations

Flood Status Explanations

	Normal No low water conditions exist.
	Level 1 Water users are asked to voluntarily reduce consumption by 10 percent. Precipitation totals are less than 80 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 100 / 70 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.
	Level 2 Water users are asked to voluntarily reduce consumption by 20 percent. Precipitation totals are less than 60 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 70 / 50 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.
	Level 3 There is also potential for economic harm to water takers and/or significant harm to the ecosystem. The Hamilton Water Response Team may ask the province to impose mandatory restrictions on those holding Permits to Take Water. Precipitation totals are less than 40 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 50 / 30 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.

	Normal No flood conditions exist.
	Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety High flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors that could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.
	Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook Early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.
	Flood Watch Flooding is possible in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities, emergency services and individual landowners in flood-prone areas should prepare.
	Flood Warning Flooding is imminent or already occurring in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities and individuals should take action to deal with flood conditions. This may include road closures and evacuations.