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Off the Beaten Path in Niagara Falls

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Take a ride to lake Ontario
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  • By tpangelinan on July 10, 2005
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  • Lake Ontatio - Niagara Falls
    Lake Ontatio
    by tpangelinan
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    Take a ride up to Lake Ontario and take in the sightes up there. This is really a beautiful ride and only takes about 15 to 20 minutes. There are several historical sights to see on the the way and the water is beautiful. You can pull off the road and stop at the many pull offs along the way.

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    Go for a wine tasting
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  • By tpangelinan on July 10, 2005
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  • Wine tasting - Niagara Falls
    Wine tasting
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    Terry and I went for a drive up the river coast on the Canadian side and went through wine country. As we were try to figure out which one of the many wineries to visit I saw the winery for her favorite Ice Wine and pulled in for a tour. Very cool and fun thing to do on a beautiful afternoon, most wineries have a guided tour for a price or a self guided tour for free then you go in and can try different wines for a small price. The self guided tour was very informative and fun and of course you will want to make a purchase! A little advice, you may see the same wine cheaper at the Duty Free store and you are limited to 2 bottles a person for what you can bring back into the USA.

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    Explore History
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  • Updated By Yaqui on September 18, 2007
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  • Fort Niagara (1759)
    Fort Niagara (1759) "French
    Castle" in back ground
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    If you love history then you'll love this place. It is located in Lewiston, NY next to beautiful Lake Ontario and not far from the Niagara Falls.

    Three flags are flown daily in the parade ground symbolizing the nations that have held Fort Niagara in turn.

    The French established the first post here in 1679 as Fort Conti, then as Fort Denoville 1687-88, which was very short lived. Finally in 1726 the French built the permament fortification of the "French Castle". Britain gained control of the Fort Niagara in 1759 during the French and Indian Wars. They held the post throughout the American Revolution but were forced by treaty to yield it to the United States in 1796. Although, it was recaptured by the British in 1813. It was once again ceded to the U.S.A. in 1815 at the end of the war.

    All of the main buildings are wonderfully maintained. Their's even a authentic British Infantryman with his trusty "Brown Bess" that gives demonstrations and teaches the history of this wonderful treasure.

    Old Fort Niagara
    P.O. Box 169
    Youngstown, NY 14174

    Open 9am- late afternoon daily, year round.
    Wheelchair Accessible - Yes
    Parking is Free

    National Historical Landmark No.NY258

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  • Phone: 716-745-7611
  • Website: www.oldfortniagara.org

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    Niagara Escarpment Trails
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  • Updated By lovemycacti on March 11, 2004
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  • Niagara Escarpment - Niagara Falls
    Niagara Escarpment
    by lovemycacti
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    Some of the best views of the Niagara Escarpment are not found at the conventional tourists points. For the cheapest, prettiest and more secluded pictures of this beautiful area, park at the Niagara Falls (New York side) Aquarium. Walk across the pedestrian bridge that goes over the highway and you'll find yourself at some trail destination points.

    Pick one and walk it! You won't get elaborate views of the falls but you will get to see some pretty amazing scenery. Bridges, look-out points and historical markers make this journey worth exploring in moderate terrain.
    A free activity thats good for you, with your not so common tourist pics.

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    THE MIST The day I went was a...
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  • By SirRichard on September 13, 2002
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  • Niagara Falls Off the Beaten Path
    by SirRichard
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    THE MIST
    The day I went was a little cloudy, so the misty atmosphere around the Falls was increased by the weather. Anyway, there is always some tiny water drops all around, and it must be quite refreshing in summer!!

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    I've decided to put this here...
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  • By Krystynn on September 12, 2002
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  • Niagara Falls Off the Beaten Path
    by Krystynn
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    I've decided to put this here because not many people get a chance to see an aerial view of the Niagara Falls ...

    From the sky, you can marvel at the spectacular beauty of this natural wonder. Next time when I go back to Buffalo, I'd ensure not to miss such spectacular sights. To say it's - Awesome - is definitely an understatement.

    Below: A postcard - An aerial view of the Falls...


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    WEBCAMS Take a look at the...
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  • By SirRichard on September 13, 2002
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    by SirRichard
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    WEBCAMS
    Take a look at the Falls right now at the unofficial webcam.

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    Here are some photos I took...
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  • By frankcanfly on September 12, 2002
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  • Niagara Falls Off the Beaten Path
    by frankcanfly
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    Here are some photos I took while flying overhead in '94. This is the most famous part of the fall: Horseshoe Falls. Canada is at the top of the photo, this is where you get the best views from.

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    The Cave of the Winds tour...
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  • By Randall_Burt on September 8, 2002
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  • Niagara Falls Off the Beaten Path
    by Randall_Burt
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    The Cave of the Winds tour departs by elevator on Goat Island. You get to walk between Bridal Vail Falls and the Main American Falls.

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    The Spanish Areo Car is a...
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  • By Randall_Burt on September 8, 2002
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    by Randall_Burt
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    The Spanish Areo Car is a couple miles down river from the Falls. Its a cable car ride high over the rapids of the Niagara River. You must be on the Canadian side to ride.

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