High Park

Great place to get high if that's your thing. Jokes aside high park is an amazing place to spend time. The dog park is large and includes a wooded are.. Read more »a, also featuring a long wide fenced area to walk your dogs off leash. Its a little hard to explain but its very unique and neat. There are countless paved and unpaved trails for all types of recreation. Lots of grassy landscaped areas that join to Grenadier pond. There is a small ZOO! There are two hockey/skating rinks, multiple tennis courts, a soccer field, a swimming pool and multiple play structures for children. There's also a restaurant near the center of the park too. And finally this is one of the best places to view the cherry blossom bloom in the city, but there can be crazy crowds at that time so maybe go early in the day to get good pictures.

Such a lovely park that lets you forget that you are in the city. Great spot for tobogganing in winter. It can get quite busy at times. There are a fe.. Read more »w different spots where you can purchase food or ice creams. In summer there is an outdoor pool. in Spring, you can see the beautiful cherry blossoms. There is a splash pad and a number of playgrounds. There are also several trails for exploring.

High Park is one place that you can never get enough of. The greenery and the space is very refreshing. This is what it looks like in the fall. So bea.. Read more »utiful, each time I visit, I see a different side of it I had never seen before. Definitely worth it. P.S: there is a small zoo in the park ? One advice: if you are going there for a meet-up/hangout (while observing the social distancing rules or when everything opens up ?), sharing your live location would be very helpful in identifying where group members are. Once again, this place is huge and beautiful! ?

Was here last week for a nice walk with the family and we were so happy we went. The leaves were still changing colours so it was beautiful but that m.. Read more »eant the park was packed with people wanting to take pictures (clearly we weren’t the only ones lol) This park is huge so there are plenty of places to sit or have a picnic (you can find benches and tables throughout the park) We loved that there was so much wildlife, from adorable chipmunks that run around in the forests everywhere (literally never seen so many before) to blue jays, which I find rare to come across in the city. There is also a nice lake for those who want to sit by the water. Definitely the best park in Toronto. The only issue is trying to get in or out of the park during peak hours (which happened to us) so plan ahead and avoid high traffic times. It literally took us almost 20 minutes to try and get out of the park.

I call it Toronto's Central Park. Endless opportunities for beautiful photos. Great for a nice picnic. A good mix of both open and shaded areas. My fa.. Read more »vourite spot is near the pond. Its just great to be able to have a 'nature getaway' without actually leaving the city.

A massive park with plenty of scenic trails, waterfront views, enclosed pool, garden and even a snack bar! As a social hub for the Bloor West Village.. Read more », High Park also hosts many events such as the Ukrainian Festival (complete with live music, cultural clothing and souvenirs), the High Park Harvest Festival and the popular annual bloom of High Park's Japanese Cherry Blossoms. Keep an eye out for the miniature train rides which circle the park and the eye-catching wood carvings etches into various trees along the trails!

Always a great place to visit with kids for the afternoon. Not a long tedious trek, only a dozen or so different animals. The kids playground keeps th.. Read more »em entertained and of course the ducks in the pond. The ice cream truck is always fun, but a moment on the lips...

High Park is a great place to see the seasons in Toronto. You can still safely Social Distance while you are there. The sights are beautiful with the .. Read more »natural and gardens in the Park. There are a few parks inside it to make it friendly for the kids. Kids can run around here for hours.

I have been to High Park many times, but This trip was different. My roommate took me through the forest on paths I have never been on. It was beautif.. Read more »ul. You can almost forget you are in the city if it wasn't for the noise of traffic. The colors of trees this time of year is absolutely perfect. Its a great place for everyone to get a little peace in the city.

Beautiful part. Very good for family visits. Lots of hiking trails. Labyrinth, little zoo (no feeding) and amazing wooden castle-playground. And you m.. Read more »ight spot a parent frog amongst other parents watching their kids playing :)

So many things to do and adventures to be had. The kids love going on hikes where we end up wherever we want and just enjoy whatever we come across al.. Read more »ong the way. The "tunnels", which are a bunch of shrubs that have grown into an interconnected, canopy-like structure that kids can crawl, walk, and play hide n' go seek in, are super fun!

High Park never ceases to amaze me. Lots of options for easy to moderate walks depending on your ability and will. Greatly maintained gardens and quai.. Read more »nt little nooks make it such a cute place to visit. It feels both huge and intimate at the same time. They also have lots of wildlife and birds for biedwatching. And the zoo is always a hit with the kiddos.

If you have kids or just love the out doors you will understand why I love this place. From its large play structures for kids to play or just strolli.. Read more »ng over to look at the animals there is lots to do here and it's all free, yes free. For the adults you can relax in one of the many green spaces, take a stroll and explore the place. There is also space for picnics or having a good time with company.

High Park is always a great place to visit, a green oasis in a modern city, and occasionally quite busy. An outdoor swimming pool, zoo, and kids' play.. Read more »grounds and splash pads. Picnic tables and benches, latter can be found in surprising or secluded areas throughout the park on vast trails. Several kilometers long circular path great for cycling, jogging or rollerblading. And at various times one can enjoy the cherry blossoms, open stage performances, and other events - check High Park's events calendar. Remember to visit the pond at the South side where kids can play with ducks. Really.