Length
10 km
Elevation
60 m
Surface
Dirt
Type
Loop
A 52-hectare urban forest tucked into the Don Valley with 10 kilometres of interconnected dirt trails through mature hardwood forest. Often called Toronto's best-kept hiking secret, the trail network includes steep elevation changes, a hidden 194-step staircase, and dense canopy that makes you forget you're in a city of three million.
Very Toronto Tips
The Loblaws trailhead is hilariously unassuming — you walk behind a grocery store and suddenly you're in deep forest. The 194-step staircase near Cottonwood Flats is a proper workout. Mountain bikers are friendly but fast, so keep your ears open on blind corners.
Highlights
Amenities
- Dog-friendly
- Stroller-friendly
- Washrooms
Getting There
Transit
Take TTC bus 88 South Leaside from Eglinton station to Redway Road. The Loblaws trailhead at 14 Redway Road is a 3-minute walk from the bus stop.
Parking
Free parking behind the Loblaws store on Redway Road off Millwood Road. Additional access from Pottery Road (limited street parking).
Seasonal Notes
Best: FallTrails can be muddy after rain and slippery in winter. Mountain bikers share the trails — yield to hikers. Fall foliage is outstanding. Spring wildflowers bloom in April and May.
