A Hike in North America's Largest Urban National Park! 🏟🚶‍♀️🌳

Early in the morning, I set off for a hike in Rouge Urban National Park, North America's largest urban national park. I was over the moon 😄💃, bounding along two beginner-friendly trails with glee. What a joyous time! It felt like a bird returning to the forest. 🐦🌲 Last night, I was up until nearly 1 AM working on a project evaluation report with my colleagues. This morning, I almost succumbed to the temptation to stay in bed. But I have an appointment in the afternoon—I'm going to help out at a friend's B&B. Next time, I'll definitely come back for more! 📝🛌🏡 Rouge Urban National Park, located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, is Canada's first urban national park. Covering approximately 79 square kilometers, it boasts a rich tapestry of natural landscapes and diverse ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, grasslands, and rivers. The park offers numerous hiking trails, picnic areas, and historical sites, providing visitors with a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy leisurely activities. 🌲🏞️🚶‍♂️ Moreover, Rouge Urban National Park is committed to protecting the natural environment and biodiversity, making it a vital ecological reserve. 🌱🐾 Some Chinese travel guides mistakenly associate this park with the well-known Red River Valley, but that's incorrect. Upon checking, I found that Red River Valley mainly refers to the Red River basin area in central North America, specifically including parts of North Dakota and Minnesota in the United States, as well as Manitoba in Canada. Within this region, the Red River winds through vast farmlands and prairies. 🌾🌍 Red River Valley is renowned for its rich history and cultural heritage, particularly in the late 19th century when it became an important agricultural area and a gathering place for immigrants. It's also famous for the folk song "Red River Valley," which is widely sung and expresses deep affection for this beautiful land. 🎵🎶 It's important to note that Red River Valley is not a specific park but rather refers to the entire Red River basin area. 🗺️💡 #Canada #GreatPlacesForWinterSnowFun #WinnipegLife ❄️🏂🎿