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Top 10 Greenspaces

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  • 1. Rouge Park

    North America’s largest urban park, home to the wildest natural area in the city, follows the course of the Rouge River. Many hiking trails.

  • 2. Kortright Center

    This premier conservation area hosts hands-on activities and guided nature walks for all ages – the nighttime “owl prowls” are very popular. Some 11 miles (18 km) of trails lead through forests, meadows, and Humber River valleylands.

  • 3. Edwards Gardens

    Magnificent floral displays are to be found in this large park by the Wilket Creek ravine. Kids’ activities at the superb teaching garden.

  • 4. High Park

    Toronto’s largest downtown park has extensive trails through woodlands and oak savanna, along with playgrounds, tennis courts, a small zoo, historic Colborne Lodge, and a snack bar and restaurant.

  • 5. Bluffer’s Park

    Dramatic sandstone cliffs rise 350 ft (110 m) above Lake Ontario, providing a spectacular backdrop to this east-end park. Marina and seasonal snack bar.

  • 6. Guildwood Park

    Enjoy gardens and naturalized areas full of woodland wildflowers at this Scarborough Bluff park. Intriguing architectural artifacts saved from demolished buildings dot the grounds.

  • 7. Humber Bay Butterfly Habitat

    Native flowers and shrubs attract butterflies at this lakeshore park with a great view of the city’s skyline. A demonstration garden highlights butterfly-attracting flowers for home gardens.

  • 8. Sunnybrook Park

    Encompassing shady Burke Ravine and two forests, this park provides respite from summer heat. Interpretive nature trails; riding stables; several sports fields; picnic tables and restaurant.

  • 9. Martin Goodman Trail

    Hugging Lake Ontario, the 12-mile (22 km) trail connects the waterfront parks and is popular with joggers, cyclists, and in-line skaters.

  • 10. Humber Arboretum

    Set near the West Humber River, this nature center has self-guided trails through woodlands and meadows, and fine exhibits on plants and wildlife.

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