Walking trails include Powder House, Fern Glen and Wildflower Loop.

The area acquired its name in September 1890 when a townsite was platted followed by the establishment of the Niagara post office in October of that year.

Hydroelectric development continued at intervals, but floods and erosion caused the project to be abandoned in 1912 after approximately $100,000 had been spent.

At the beginning of the 20th century, Niagara had a large store, hotel, numerous dwellings, and a tavern.

The park marks the transition from the narrow upstream canyon, the site of Big Cliff and Detroit Dams, and the wider downstream valley populated with villages and small farms.