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Cherry blossoms in bloom at High Park, Toronto
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High Park

Toronto·High Park·5 km·1.5-2.5 hours

Length

5 km

Elevation

40 m

Surface

Mixed

Type

Loop

Toronto's largest and most beloved public park features 5 kilometres of trails winding through 161 hectares of rare oak savannah, forested ravines, and manicured gardens. The park is home to Grenadier Pond, a free zoo, seasonal cherry blossoms, and some of the oldest trees in the city.

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The cherry blossoms get all the press (and the crowds), but High Park's oak savannah on the west side is the real ecological treasure — it's one of the rarest habitats in Canada. Walk the nature trails in October for the best of both worlds: peak foliage, zero crowds, and Grenadier Pond glowing orange.

Highlights

Cherry blossomsGrenadier Pondoak savannahHigh Park ZooColborne Lodgehillside gardensDog Hill off-leash area

Amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Stroller-friendly
  • Washrooms

Getting There

Transit

High Park station (TTC Line 2) exits directly onto the park's northeast corner. The 501 Queen and 504 King streetcars stop at High Park/Queensway on the south side.

Parking

Several lots inside the park. Vehicle access closed on weekends and holidays year-round — use transit, walk, or cycle. Free street parking on Parkside Drive.

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Seasonal Notes

Best: Spring

Cherry blossom season (late April to mid-May) draws huge crowds. The park conducts controlled burns in the oak savannah for ecological health. The zoo and train are seasonal.

Official Trail Page

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