Historic Old Town in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Niagara Region, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)

Upper Canada Heritage Trail

Photographed by Kevin Westell, June 5, 2026

1. Upper Canada Heritage Trail - Marker

Inscription. This multi-use trail follows the old Erie and Ontario Railway line. The railway was constructed in 1854 and connected the Town of Niagara with Niagara Falls, Fort Erie and beyond to Buffalo. Eventually the line became part of the Michigan Central Railroad system. The rail line was abandoned in the late 1950's. The photo shows the train bridge over Delater St. as the track goes down to the dock area. The trail follows the rail line from here, John Street along Concession 1 and ends at York Road. Enjoy the trail as it winds along vineyards and orchards.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1854.

Location. 43° 14.866′ N, 79° 4.622′ W. Marker is in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, in Niagara Region. It is in Historic Old Town. It is at the intersection of John Street E and King St, on the right when traveling east on John Street E. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 506 King St, Niagara-on-the-Lake ON L0S 1J0, Canada. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is on Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe

and in Niagara Canada.

It is also in Central Canada.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony,

the Viceroyalty of New France,

the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy,

and Rupert’s Land.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Rare and Interesting Animals in Niagara-on-the-Lake (about 210 meters away, measured in a direct line); Butler's Barracks (about 240 meters away); Eighth World Boy Scout Jamboree (about 240

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meters away); Eagleson-Buyers House 1830 (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); From Colony To Nation: Standing On Guard For Canada (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); The Scouting Movement In Canada / Le Scoutisme au Canada (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Even before Canada was an independent nation (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion / 1er Bataillon de parachutistes canadiens (approx. 0.4 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Regarding Upper Canada Heritage Trail. This trail extends 10 kilometres from Niagara-on-the-Lake south to St. Davids. About half of it is rail trail; the rest is on the adjacent road.

Upper Canada Heritage Trail - Marker in context image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Kevin Westell, June 5, 2026

2. Upper Canada Heritage Trail - Marker in context

North terminus of the rail trail, viewed from John St E.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 6, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 6, 2026, by Kevin Westell of St. Catharines, Ontario. This page has been viewed 4 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 6, 2026, by Kevin Westell of St. Catharines, Ontario.