Hamilton Conservation Authority - Ancaster, Ontario

Janetta H.

TEWS, Webster and Dundas Peaks used to be such gorgeous spots to go to. HCA has destroyed the views and ambiance with these high ultra ugly black fences. They not only totally obstruct the view and make you feel like an imbecile, they also do not fit with the beautiful nature. They are so austere. The people who chose them obviously do not enjoy nature or beautify.

Webster Falls parkland is a disgrace. We could not see the falls from any location, so the park fee was a waste of money. The lawns and brush around the river is unkempt so having a picnic was not enjoyable, let alone having wedding photos taken (used to be a popular location). Maybe HCA should’ve spent more money on upkeep than on destroying the place.

Dundas Peak used to be gorgeous. Now, besides not being able to see the view, the rocks are covered in screenings, and there are no benches. People used to hang around sitting on the rocks enjoying each other’s company, have something to eat all the while enjoying the view. Now you walk the distance to get there, see the ugliest fence ever designed and leave.

I understand safety, but we can’t idiot proof nature, plus safety can still fit with the surroundings. HCA has succeeded in one thing - crowd control because very few people are going to spend the money to see a fence.

Carrie C.

Visited Dundas Peak on a rainy day. It was very misty and cool so the walk was pleasant. There are reservation and parking fees that are a bit pricey (I paid $42) for just a mediocre walk with a waterfall at the start.

S M.

Endangering locals with the scary, dangerous Tiffany Falls parking lot amongst other issues!!! Always dangerously full. City of Hamilton wrongly advertising City of Waterfalls to all locals dangerous detroment! Optimist Club Greensville cannot use park They Fundraised For! Give less than 1star if I could. Ugly Wilson St. Bike lanes now blocking all the tenant parking in all the apartment buildings along Main West on east and west side of Main West ip to Whitnry Ave. Close Tiffany Falls parking lot!! I tried to go to Ancaster Meadowlands Sunday at 1:00 pm from new the White Chapel Cemerty and there was traffic blocked up by Tiffany Falls parking lot on my way out and home again two hours later. City Housing Hamiltin 2 building complex at 1884/1900 Main West now has their undergroud tenant parking entrance blocked by bike lane concrete stands! Close the Tiffany Falls parking lot. City and Hamilton Conservation Authority blocked traffic two Valentine's ago by alloelwing ice climbing and traffic was so backed up on both sides the HSR busses were stuck. City blocked the emergency vehicles too getting to McMaster Hospital. Give the local Falls back to taxpaying residents and keep us safe. Hamilton Conservstion Authority is just as bad as the City of Hamilton.

Patty W.

在营地住了3晚，正好遇到中国的中秋节，月亮好大好圆！美极了！营地夜里不仅有鹅叫还有狼嚎，可谓非常原生态了。营地门口有一家farm卖自家产鸡蛋和蜂蜜的很好，（一盒至少有3-4个双黄蛋，很有趣）只是要提前预约才能买到。唯一不大理想的是营地之间挨得有点近，私密性稍微差一点。

Nina K.

I bought two separate tickets for hiking at Webster Falls and Dundas Peak areas for October 5th 2024. $62 in total. Expensive experience did not feel right with all those black fences and with no paper and empty sanitizer boxes in all toilets.

Jeff L. (. W.

The Hamilton Conservation Authority is very efficient with processing Permit applications and are very easy and helpful with questions regarding the process. They are excellent stewards of nature in our community and do a great job of creating natural place for the all to enjoy.

Debora E.

In July 2023, I purchased a 2 year membership (first time). I love nature and wanted to support HCA. I knew there were reservation fees for long weekends in the summer, but no where did I see (at the time of purchase) a warning that you have to pay the reservation fee starting Sept 23 and not just weekends, but every single day. I feel like there is no loyalty/perks to being a member! I was looking forward to the Fall where I could hike all I want because I purchased a membership.....wrong! I am told that I have to pay $10 each and every day I want to go for a little hike. This on top of the membership fee. Members are making a commitment to support HCA and therefore should not have to pay the reservation fees! I GUARANTEE THAT I WILL NOT BE RENEWING MY MEMBERSHIP!!!! It feels like GREED is taking over....like everywhere else. I have just retired and wanted to do something good for my health and wellbeing, like hiking, but $10 daily reservation fees on top of my annual membership fee is outrageous!! Does HCA not realize by charging members another fee on top of their membership fee is just plain wrong and will deter future members from joining or from renewing. I went in person to purchase my membership and I was not informed of the reservation fees. Oh, I know why HCA doesn't inform you of the reservation fee because that would mean your potential member would be fully informed and think twice about purchasing a membership. This is completely unacceptable and sneaky! I'll just go hiking elsewhere where I don't have to pay outrageously high fees.

Ludmila P.

We went to Shellman Falls, it was a very nice trail, we parked the car for $11 very close, it took us only 10 minutes and we also walked to the other waterfall that is nearby. There are no bathrooms around.