Best Time to Visit Niagara Falls

June to August (full flow, attractions open), September (fewer crowds, still warm)

Months to avoid: December to March (many attractions closed, boat tours suspended, very cold and icy, falls partially freeze which is dramatic but limited access)

Recommended stay: 1-2 days

Plan Niagara Falls for June to August (full flow, attractions open), September (fewer crowds, still warm). Give it 1-2 days. The window to avoid is December to March (many attractions closed, boat tours suspended, very cold and icy, falls partially freeze which is dramatic but limited access).

What the season gets you

• One of those natural wonders that actually lives up to the hype, the scale is visceral
• The Hornblower boat ride directly into the mist of Horseshoe Falls is an unforgettable experience
• Easy day trip from Toronto (1.5 hours) or a weekend paired with Niagara-on-the-Lake wine region