Crothers Woods
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Crothers Woods is an area of the Don River valley in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is 52 hectares in size and consists of woodland, meadows, wetlands, and an assortment of past and present municipal uses.
attractions: Lower Don Parklands, Leaside Park, Fore! Leaside, restaurants: The Greek Grill, NAAN KABOB, Golden Pizza Geo, Dhillon’s Karahi, Nigiri-Ya (Leaside), GrillTime, Aroma Espresso Bar, Five Guys, Bravo Pizza, Tim Hortons
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Crothers Woods is an area of the Don River valley in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is 52 hectares in size and consists of woodland, meadows, wetlands, and an assortment of past and present municipal uses.
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Its a 10km of natural trail with a diverse population of birds. There are some amazing views of Toronto skyline around the corners. It is really a popular escape into the nature in the middle of the city. These are dirt trails and includes some steeo sections and is rated as intermediate level trails. There are other trails around to explore as well like the Sun Valley Trail and the Cottonwood Flats Trail. You could see the pictures uploaded along with the review. I have covered all these trails along with the Lower Don Parklands. Parking is available with the Loblaws and Starbucks. There are restrooms you can use there or buy something to eat on your trail. Dogs are allowed. Trails are suitable for all age groups be it children or elders or even older people. There are bike trails also available. You could see the dog walkers along the trail. The Don river just gives a picturesque landscape to the whole trail. There are hills and trees all around. There is an abandoned railway line bridge on top of the river with some cool graffiti. It is also known for mountain biking. So get your MTBs and helmets and get set going. Overall, it was a nice experience and we did this in fall. Can't wait for the spring to go there again for all the colors. Thanks and share the review with your friends if you like it. ☺️
Gursimran SinghGursimran Singh
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Fantastic trails that are popular with runners and mountain bikers! DIFFICULTY & TRAIL MAPS: 🗺 Depending on the adventure you choose, the trail varies from beginner to advanced. When I visited, the paths we chose didn't have many trail markers, and we only came across one map. I highly suggest taking photos of the map during your visit to avoid getting lost. TERRAIN: 🥾 The terrain is quite technical in certain areas (again, depends on the trails you choose). It's a mixture of wider gravel trails, narrow dirt trails, and some parts are eroded from the recent floods we had in July. Proper trail shoes are recommended. PARKING & TRANSPORTATION: 🚗🚇 Crothers Woods is accessible by subway and bus. It's about a 10 to 15 minute walk from the bus stops nearby. The Thomas Hauser Memorial Trailhead is located at the farther side of the Loblaws parking lot. There is plenty of parking, and it's free. RESTROOMS: 🚻 Washrooms are located inside the Loblaws. Didn't see any portable washrooms inside the trails. PET-FRIENDLINESS: 🐶🐱 Have seen people with their pets on and off leash here.
Mikee LayaoenMikee Layaoen
10
Amazing area and trails. Love all of the sights and although the trails can be challenging it's worth the trip just for the views. You can enter from Beechwood Drive and if the gate is open across the road there's parking at the bottom. We hiked in two different directions from the Beechwood and Crothers Woods sign and it was so nice out. Nice to see the Don River frozen over and interesting as it never seems to freeze over closer to the city. Lots of ducks along the way and they seem to enjoy sitting on the ice and jumping into the water occasionally. Great area for families, children and we even passed a family with a 4x4 stroller. Many bikes passing us even though the trails were covered in snow. People jogging, walking and bird watchers. Many dogs out enjoying time with there humans. Overall very interesting area and nice sights.
Tim Chase PhotographyTim Chase Photography
50
This is the perfect place! Trail Running, mountain biking, hiking, leisure walks and talking to the forest ( yes! ) A favourite for trail runners and loved by hundreds of super volunteers who wanted to make a difference to the valley. Volunteers plants native trees and tends to them every week also getting rid of so many invasive species such as dog strangling vines, garlic mustard etc. . A favourite of dog walkers for its almost never ending trails that connects to so many other in the city here in Toronto and beyond reaching as far as coburg. Anyways, if you want a stress free place, Crothers Woods is the place you need to visit. ENJOY!
Marie DelenMarie Delen
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Had an amazing fall lookout while being here recently. This is one of the best place to see Colors of Autumn during the end week of October without having to travel much within Toronto City. Has a good hiking trail and plenty area to keep you busy throughout the day. Easily accessible by TTC bus service. Crothers Woods is located north of Evergreen Brick Works and west of the Don Valley Highway, between Pottery Rd and Millwood Rd. It has everything: mature forest, birch and larch meadows, a river, dirt and gravel trails, a pedestrian bridge, a railroad track in us another abandoned… and a 194-step staircase.
Anup GelalAnup Gelal
10
Nice place where to go for a walk, there are also many people who go with their bikes. We didn’t do all the trails, just some, there are different levels of difficulty from easy to intermediate. The surroundings are nice especially in this season where the leaves start changing colors to yellow and red. Nice view of part of the CN Tower and some buildings. There is also a train rail with a bridge that can be used as location for a romantic photoshoot (keep in mind that the train rail is still in function). Also there is the sound of the cars passing in distance so is not so immersive in the nature.
Elisa DaddiElisa Daddi
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Nearby Attractions Of Crothers Woods
Lower Don Parklands
Leaside Park
Fore! Leaside
Lower Don Parklands
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Leaside Park
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Fore! Leaside
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Nearby Restaurants Of Crothers Woods
The Greek Grill
NAAN KABOB
Golden Pizza Geo
Dhillon’s Karahi
Nigiri-Ya (Leaside)
GrillTime
Aroma Espresso Bar
Five Guys
Bravo Pizza
Tim Hortons
The Greek Grill
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NAAN KABOB
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Golden Pizza Geo
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Dhillon’s Karahi
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