WANDERERS ALWAYS WELCOME

Ready to explore the benches, backcountry, vineyards, and villages of the Niagara Escarpment
with a blend of flavours and fun that’s all yours?

Meet the Niagara Benchlands

As you discover Niagara Benchlands’ parks and trails, sample creations from its countless tastemakers, and step into our region’s fascinating stories, you’ll quickly sense the unique fingerprint that the Niagara Escarpment forges on every aspect of life here.

Rooted in exceptional nature and culture, there are countless ways to experience Niagara’s other natural wonder:

Dine at area restaurants and savour Niagara Benchlands’ flavours on your plate.
Sip on something delicious at the wineries, cideries and distilleries that call Niagara Benchlands home.
Map out your route with the Niagara Benchlands CultivATE Taste Trail and stock up on freshly picked produce at area farms, markets, and greenhouses.
Meet friendly Niagara Benchlands locals eager to welcome you at village shops.
Explore the Escarpment on a vineyard stroll, lakeside picnic, Bruce Trail hike or afternoon on the links.
Join in the fun at local festivals and seasonal events.
Pack in even more fun by upgrading your adventure to an overnight stay.

Savour the Niagara Benchlands’ flavours on your plate and in your glass at our restaurants, wineries, and craft beverage producers.

Feel the currents Lake Ontario sends along the Escarpment on a vineyard stroll, lakeside picnic or Bruce Trail hike.

Stock up on freshly picked Niagara Benchlands produce at area farms, markets, and greenhouses.

Meet friendly Niagara Benchlands locals who are eager to welcome you at village shops and seasonal festivals.

Benchlands Sip & Sparkle
HarvestFest
Benchlands Sip & Sparkle
Meet The New Kids On The Bench

Cooler temperatures, the excitement of the grape harvest, and spectacular fall colours on the Escarpment make autumn the perfect time to explore the Niagara Benchlands.

NIAGARA BENCHLANDS WOWS WORLD WINE CRITICS
Lincoln Museum & Cultural Centre

Step back in time at the Lincoln Museum and Cultural Centre: home of the Jordan Historical Museum of the Twenty! There are lots of things to see and do...

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