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The paved West Toronto Railpath along the former rail corridor
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West Toronto Railpath

Toronto·Junction Triangle·2.1 km·30-45 minutes

Length

2.1 km

Surface

Paved

Type

Out & Back

A 2.1-kilometre paved trail built on an abandoned rail corridor connecting Dundas West to Sterling Road, passing through the Junction Triangle neighbourhood. The linear park features public art installations, native plantings, and connects to the new LRT path extending north. A vital active transportation corridor and one of the city's best urban trail conversions.

Highlights

Rail trail conversionpublic artJunction Triangle neighbourhoodLRT extension connection

Amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Stroller-friendly
  • Washrooms

Getting There

Transit

Dundas West station (TTC Line 2) at the south end. Bloor GO/UP station near the north end. The trail connects both.

Parking

No dedicated parking. Best accessed by transit — that's the point.

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Seasonal Notes

Best: Year-round

Open year-round, plowed in winter. The rail corridor provides some wind shelter. Public art changes seasonally. Very popular with commuter cyclists during rush hour.

Official Trail Page

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