Short Hills Provincial Park
Park Ontario park preserving rolling hills and Carolinian forest
Short Hills Provincial Park follows the Niagara Escarpment near St. Catharines, offering hiking trails, small waterfalls and hardwood forest; visitors use walking routes and visit seasonal wildflowers.
How to Get to Short Hills Provincial Park #
A short drive from St. Catharines and Pelham; access from local roads off Regional Road 20 and nearby Highway 405. Public transit options are limited; drive or take a local taxi to trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Short Hills Provincial Park #
- Follow the signed trails to viewpoints that look over the Niagara Escarpment; some footpaths are narrow and require steady footing.
- Carry a map - cell coverage can be patchy in parts of the park.
- Visit early to enjoy quieter trails and better bird activity along the creeks.
Best Time to Visit Short Hills Provincial Park #
Late spring through fall is the best window for hiking and enjoying the escarpment views; winter offers snowshoeing but requires preparation.
Weather & Climate near Short Hills Provincial Park #
Short Hills Provincial Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (894 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 92 mm of rain.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
