Niagara Falls Observation Tower
A view like no other
Extending out dramatically over the Niagara Gorge, the architectural wonder of the Niagara Falls USA Prospect Point Observation Tower affords unobstructed views of the wild cascades of ALL THREE FALLS and the Niagara River.
See The Falls Up Close
Elevators at the Observation Tower provide access to the base of the gorge and the boarding site for the Maid of the Mist boat tour. For a multi-sensory view of the American Falls, visitors can go to the base of the gorge and climb a series of stairs to the Crow’s Nest, where the views come with complimentary air conditioning and blasts of misty Niagara spray.
(Please Note: The Crow’s Nest is under construction until 2026.)
Panoramic Views and Bird Watching
Niagara Falls State Park Observation Tower provides the only panoramic view of all three cataracts that comprise Niagara Falls, including the American Falls.
Bird watching is also a popular pastime at the Niagara Falls Observation Tower. Bird enthusiasts have the opportunity to spot peregrine falcons, bald eagles and the many different gull species present in the Niagara Gorge, which has officially been designated an Audubon Important Bird Area (IBA).
Hours of Operation
Please note the schedule is subject to change without notice. Please check our website regularly for schedule changes. Spring opening date for the Maid of the Mist depends on ice conditions in the river.
*Weather conditions permitting. Last ticket sold 15 minutes prior to closing.
The elevator and deck are open to all visitors. Boat ticket purchase is not required.
| Dates | Times |
| January 2 – Maid of the Mist Re-Opening Date 2025 (TBD) | 10am – 4:30pm* |
| Maid of the Mist Re-Opening Date 2025 (TBD) – May 18 | 10am – 5pm* (Weekdays) 9am – 6pm* (Weekends) |
| May 19 – May 23 | 8:30am – 7pm* |
| May 24 – May 26 (Memorial Day Weekend) | 8:30am – 10:30pm* (Saturday-Sunday) 8:30am – 7pm* (Monday) |
| May 27 – June 13 | 8:30am – 7pm* (Sunday-Friday) 8:30am – 9pm* (Saturday) |
| June 14 – September 1 | 8:30am – 11pm* |
| September 1 (Labor Day) | 8:30am – 6pm* |
| September 2 – September 28 | 8:30am – 6pm* (Weekdays) 8:30am – 7pm* (Weekends) |
| September 29 – October 26 | 8:30am – 6pm* |
| October 27 – November 2 | 9:30am – 5pm* |
| November 3 – December 23 | 10am – 4:30pm* |
Park Information
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