Don Valley Brick Works Park — Attraction in Toronto

Don Valley Brick Works Park is an incredible example of how dedication and care can reclaim a former industrial site and transform it into an oasis of nature within the city.

The park's trails, ponds and cliffs are pretty and relaxing to walk among. Whether you walk among the vegetation or climb to see the city skyline, it's all here.

And Evergreen Brick Works is part of the whole site, where you can enjoy a farmer's market, cafes, art shops, skating, programs, etc.

It's a small parking lot though which fills up quickly.

But if you bike or walk then you can travel northwards through Moore Park ravine which is lined with some of the oldest and tallest trees in Toronto. If that's too far then Chorley Park is right next to Brick Works Park. (If you go there then I suggest that you Google Chorley Park Government House as an unfortunate example of how this city tends to demolish its own history instead of preserving it as it should.)

See you at the Brick...

Beautiful trail that extends from the heart of the downtown core, out to where you don’t even realize you are in a large city! I have taken this path a few times now via bike or longboard, and every time have a blast. The trail is never overwhelmingly busy, and is beautiful at all hours of the day (bring a flashlight at night). I have met countless friendly people exploring these trails, the community is very welcoming and helpful in case you lose track of where you are. There are multiple signs at each fork in the path, that help notify you how far along you are on the trail, distance remaining and other paths available. If you haven’t checked these out, I highly recommend them. Sometimes you can even see people canoeing down the river alongside, or classes being held near the fields. It is a great weekend escape from all of the honking and sirens in the...

It is now quite different from years ago when the vegetation was still young. This place is worth a visit if you are in Toronto and want a little escape from the city. It is so close to downtown Toronto. You can walk from Sherborne Station (less than 30 mins) or even from Yonge Station, through the beautiful Rosedale neighbourhood.

The trail head by South Rd is a little bumpy which might not be ideal for strollers. Parking is not free but it's more convenient if you don't want to walk from Chorley Park (yes, free street parking up there).

There's a cafe with patio, a public washroom, a store, bike rental, ice cream shop, and of course the Farmers Market on Saturdays. There are picnic tables by the Farmers Market and a few muskoka chairs by the Lily pond. Signage can be improved as I still struggle to find certain spots I...