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Lush ravine trail through old-growth forest in North Toronto
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Sherwood Park & Burke Brook Ravine

Toronto·Mount Pleasant·4 km·1-1.5 hours

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Stairs and uneven terrain make this challenging in icy conditions. The boardwalk sections are slippery when wet. The old-growth canopy provides excellent shade in summer.

Length

4 km

Elevation

40 m

Surface

Mixed

Type

Loop

A forested ravine trail through one of Toronto's most beautiful urban woodlands, featuring 150-year-old trees, a wooden boardwalk, and the trickling Burke Brook stream. The 4-kilometre network stretches from Bayview Avenue to Blythwood Road with a popular off-leash dog area that draws locals year-round.

Highlights

150-year-old treeswooden boardwalkBurke Brook streamoff-leash dog areaBlythwood Ravine connectionbird watching

Amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Stroller-friendly
  • Washrooms

Getting There

Transit

Take TTC bus 11 Bayview from Davisville station to Bayview Avenue at Sherwood Avenue. The park entrance is a 2-minute walk west on Sherwood Avenue.

Parking

Free parking lot at 160 Sherwood Avenue and street parking on Blythwood Road.

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Official Trail PageGuide updated March 2026

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