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Nice place to visit. You can choose to walk right by the water or up in the trees. Nice lookout points and a couple of rest areas
I love this park. There are so many trails which you can explore and give you options to choose difficulty levels of hiking. My favorite one is the Vista trail starting near Twyn River Parking lot. It has got some elevation, there are a few points from which you can see the stunning forest growing downhill, and finally can catch the beautiful fall view from the Rouge platform.
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My cousin took me and my wife here for a nice, leisurely hike. Twas a beautiful place and would probably be more breathtaking as the fall season progresses.
Its a nice place for walking, not good for bicycle as it has lots of rocks and ups and downs. Good for family as i saw many families and schools coming for the hiking spot…
Over all i found it great
Over all i found it great
Nice and scenic place within 30 minutes of Toronto. We primarily went for fishing and walking trails. Link to the lake is beautiful.
Small area for fishing but there are opportunities to catch. But it gets crowded quick and then the lines are going crossing each other. We ended up moving to northern side of the rouge river and that worked out better.
Beautiful hiking / walking trails.
Small area for fishing but there are opportunities to catch. But it gets crowded quick and then the lines are going crossing each other. We ended up moving to northern side of the rouge river and that worked out better.
Beautiful hiking / walking trails.
Hands down best place in the city to enjoy a full summer sunset over the Toronto skyline! Many hidden gems off the beaten path to explore the waters edge… go find your spot!
During the pandemic, I almost went there every day to ride my bicycle, go fishing, take a walk, and enjoy the scenery. It’s like a treasure in downtown for me. It’s inconvenient to use the restroom when you go deep inside the park. Pets are not allowed, which was good for my daughter who is afraid of big dogs.
The biking trails are at the northern end of the park located at 16th Av & Reesor is one of the starting points. Good trail, hard packed small gravel. Not overly long in distance. Very serene surroundings near area farms. The trail meanders thru a few farms in the area.
Well maintained trails and a beautiful place for a short walk or longer hike. We've seen toads, dragonflies, snakes and all sorts of birds here, and you can see spawning salmon in October. Great place for a family hike.
The parking lot of Twyn Rivers Drive is free and there is an outhouse of you need it.
The parking lot of Twyn Rivers Drive is free and there is an outhouse of you need it.
A great place for a long(!) walk in Toronto. Such a nice escape from the city and filled with picturesque wildlife. Lots of bikers and runners there too.
If you’re a pet parent, be aware that there are no dogs allowed in the park.
If you’re a pet parent, be aware that there are no dogs allowed in the park.
This is currently my favourite place to go hiking. I’ve only been here twice but I love this place. You can get away from all the noise around you and fully enjoy nature, hearing the sounds of birds and the flow of water. I only ever entered from the side close to the Toronto zoo. It’s a true get away as they’re no picnic tables on that side, only a couple benches here and there.
please respect this conversation area, pick up your trash, respect wildlife, and stay on the trail.
incredible park to get some of the best views of the city while surrounded by nature. extremely thankful the city is investing in preserving this area for Toronto’s wildlife. It’s a great spot to go for a walk, run or cycle. There are no toilets nor garbage bins to plan ahead. There are poisonous plants if you step outside the trail, so watch out for yourself and if you’re visiting with kids, keep an eye on them. And again, pick up after yourself and respect the signage this is a nature reserve as well.
I’d be careful at night as it’s a popular spot for people to come for a smoke or a drink.
incredible park to get some of the best views of the city while surrounded by nature. extremely thankful the city is investing in preserving this area for Toronto’s wildlife. It’s a great spot to go for a walk, run or cycle. There are no toilets nor garbage bins to plan ahead. There are poisonous plants if you step outside the trail, so watch out for yourself and if you’re visiting with kids, keep an eye on them. And again, pick up after yourself and respect the signage this is a nature reserve as well.
I’d be careful at night as it’s a popular spot for people to come for a smoke or a drink.
This is a lovely place for a walk. There are a few different trails you can take. We visited in June and parked at the southern parking lot. I was expecting to have to pay for parking but I didn’t see where to pay. We took the Vista Trail and came back via the Orchard Trail. It was nice to see some parts of the trails that have been renovated. We will definitely be back.
This is a lovely place for a walk. There are a few different trails you can take. We visited in June and parked at the southern parking lot. I was expecting to have to pay for parking but I didn’t see where to pay. We took the Vista Trail and came back via the Orchard Trail. It was nice to see some parts of the trails that have been renovated. We will definitely be back.
2023 June 4★
A nice long trail with views of the city.
Expect to spend at least 30 minutes here by bike and well over an hour by walking.
Bike parking and car parking for about 50 at the entrance.
Rental bikes also available.
Washrooms available at the entrance.
A nice long trail with views of the city.
Expect to spend at least 30 minutes here by bike and well over an hour by walking.
Bike parking and car parking for about 50 at the entrance.
Rental bikes also available.
Washrooms available at the entrance.
Biked here on a Tuesday evening (open to the public at 4pm I believe), and it wasn’t very busy — plenty of room to move. The bugs weren’t too bad for the end of May; it was a sunny day. Simple path in and out with lots of little foot trails here and there. You are only permitted to ride on the main paved sections, with a gravel path at the end near the lighthouse, so if you are cycling, this is a fairly easy route. The pavement is bumpy in places though, so do mind where you put your attention. It is quite serene here — a gem of ride or hike with views of the downtown skyline. Great jaunt away from the hustle and bustle. There is a parking lot at the beginning of the park, quite easy to get to; a water fountain to fill your bottle and all different types of birds for those who keep track of such things. 🙂 Will definitely be riding here again soon.
One of the best parks in the Toronto area, this park offers a fantastic biking and walking trail with a focus on wildlife conservation. You'll have the opportunity to spot a wide variety of birds, reptiles, and fish. The park staff is incredibly knowledgeable and can provide valuable insights. It's worth noting that there are several poisonous plants in the park, so exercise caution and stick to the designated trail—avoid taking shortcuts.
Went there in April. Maybe better during late Spring or early Summer. Took us an hour to walk from the entrance to the light house. I think it's great for bikers and bird watching. Bring water and be sun protected.
Best time of the year to visit is during April and May when cherry blossom blooms.
Hawk Hill lies inside High Park. It was easy to find the place using Google maps. Lots of people watch birds. There are several types of prey birds in this park. Ranging from Hawks to Bold Eagle. However, most of these birds, don’t land they just fly over the park. The best time to see these bird is noon (September to November). I came in late, but I was lucky to find a pair of Falcon hunting. These birds were on a tree waiting for prey.
The hill has a decent enough view but when I visited it (in late August) I didn't see any hawks.
A nice tourist attraction . Great fishing at Grenadier Pond . Snak bar and picnic area close by
Beautiful place to be in touch with nature