Crothers Woods

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Phone: +1 (416) 392-2489
Address: Crothers Woods Trail, East York, ON M4H 1P6

This park has the best spot to view the Toronto skyline, and it’s known as an environmentally significant area because of its diverse ecosystem. Not only are the trees here over a century old, but they also have a diverse population of rare plants and animals which inhabit here. A lot of the locals visit Crothers Woods to bird-watch as you’ll find some beautifully colourful birds in the area.

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This park is located at Crothers Woods Trail in East York. If you choose to drive here you can take the ON-401 and get off at the Don Valley Parkway S. If you’d prefer to take the TTC there, there are a few options available. If you take 56A to Village Station Rd, then you’re a 9 min walk from the park. You can also take the 86A to Redway Rd South, which is 8 min from the park. Another option is the 25B to Overlea Blvd South or 100A to Overlea Blvd which is a 15 min walk from the park.

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There are 4 different ways you can get into Crothers Woods. The Thomas Hauser Memorial Trailhead is great because it has lots of parking spots available. Beechwood Drive is near a lot of parks. You can also enter the trails from the stairs by Redwoods and Millwoods Rd as it is nearest to the TTC. Or you could choose to enter from the Pottery Rd near Bayview Ave another great place to park your car.

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This riverside park has many great trails for hiking and mountain biking. This 10 km trail loops around the forest and is a moderately difficult trek. This is because there are some steep trails in the area, with a total elevation gain of 163m. Many locals use the trails here all year round. You’ll find many pet owners bringing their dogs out here for a quiet afternoon stroll. This is the best place to visit if you want an escape into nature.

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There are 4 different locations you can use to get into Crothers Woods. The Thomas Hauser Memorial Trailhead is great because it has lots of parking spots available. Beechwood Drive is near a lot of parks. You can also enter the trails from the stairs by Redwoods and Millwoods Rd as it is nearest to the TTC. Or you could choose to enter from the Pottery Rd near Bayview Ave another great place to park your car.

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The trails can get muddy sometimes, so we suggest checking the weather before taking a hike in the area. Visiting early in the morning or in the afternoon will give you a better view of the skyline. Don’t forget to check out the gorgeous wildflowers along the way as well. The dirt trails are easy to navigate with a canopy of trees providing excellent shade during your hike. So if you’d like to get in touch with nature visit Crothers Park.