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3-Day Toronto Itinerary for Nature Lovers

itda6930 2025. 5. 26. 15:34
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3-Day Toronto Itinerary for Nature Lovers

Explore Toronto’s urban-adjacent green spaces and hiking trails with this 3-day itinerary, emphasizing natural landscapes. Based on 2025 updates from Tourism Toronto and Ontario Parks, it includes dining, costs, travel times, and safety tips, assuming you’re based in downtown Toronto.

Day 1: Rouge National Urban Park

 

 

  • Morning: Rouge Valley Trail
    • Trail Details: Start at Rouge National Urban Park (Pearse House Rd entrance, 25 km from downtown, 30-min drive). Hike the Rouge Valley Trail (5 km round-trip, easy, 2 hrs, minimal elevation gain) through wetlands and forests, with chances to spot deer and birds. Canada’s only urban national park, it’s a biodiversity hotspot.
    • Cost: Free (no park pass required).
    • Travel Time: 30-min drive or 45-min TTC (subway to Kennedy Station, then Bus 86, $3.30 one-way).
    • Restaurant: The Olde Stonehooker (3108 Winston Churchill Blvd, Mississauga, 15-min drive). Offers craft beers and fish tacos ($15–25 CAD). Lively patio.
  • Afternoon: Orchard Trail & Monarch Trail
    • Trail Details: Stay in Rouge Park for the Orchard Trail (2 km loop, easy, 1 hr) and Monarch Trail (3 km loop, easy, 1.5 hrs), both offering meadow views and interpretive signs about local flora and fauna.
    • Cost: Free.
    • Travel Time: 5-min walk between trails.
    • Restaurant: Annina’s Bakeshop & Café (3007 Bloor St W, 20-min drive). Cozy spot with sandwiches and pastries ($10–20 CAD).
  • Precautions: Trails may be muddy in May; wear waterproof boots. Stay on marked paths to protect wetlands. Carry bear spray ($40–50 CAD at Canadian Tire), though bears are rare. Report wildlife issues to 416-338-7297.

Day 2: Toronto Islands & Don Valley

 

 

  • Morning: Toronto Islands (Centre Island Trails)
    • Trail Details: Take a 15-min ferry from Jack Layton Terminal (downtown) to Centre Island. Hike the Centre Island Trails (5 km total, easy, 2 hrs) around Gibraltar Point and Lake Ontario’s shoreline, with views of the Toronto skyline and migratory birds.
    • Cost: Ferry $8.70 CAD round-trip (adult).
    • Travel Time: 15-min ferry; book via City of Toronto.
    • Restaurant: Island Café (Centre Island, on-site). Casual spot with wraps and salads ($10–20 CAD). Seasonal, check hours.
  • Afternoon: Don Valley (Lower Don Trail)
    • Trail Details: Drive to Evergreen Brick Works (550 Bayview Ave, 10 km from downtown, 15-min drive). Hike the Lower Don Trail (6 km round-trip, easy, 2–3 hrs) along the Don River, through ravines with urban-nature blends and art installations.
    • Cost: Free.
    • Travel Time: 15-min drive or 25-min TTC (subway to Broadview, $3.30 one-way).
    • Restaurant: Café Belong (Evergreen Brick Works, on-site). Farm-to-table dishes like smoked trout ($20–30 CAD). Sustainable focus.
  • Precautions: Check ferry schedules; last return ~9 PM. Don Valley trails can be busy; avoid peak hours. Keep 30m from wildlife like foxes. Report issues to 416-392-8186.

Day 3: High Park & Humber River

 

 

  • Morning: High Park Trails
    • Trail Details: Drive to High Park (1873 Bloor St W, 7 km from downtown, 15-min drive). Hike the park’s trail network (5 km total, easy, 2 hrs) through Black Oak savannahs and Grenadier Pond, with spring wildflowers in May.
    • Cost: Free.
    • Travel Time: 15-min drive or 20-min TTC (subway to High Park Station, $3.30 one-way).
    • Restaurant: The Grenadier Café (High Park, on-site). Offers burgers and smoothies ($10–20 CAD). Outdoor seating.
  • Afternoon: Humber River Recreational Trail
    • Trail Details: Drive to Humber River trailhead (Old Mill Rd, 10 km from downtown, 20-min drive). Hike the Humber River Recreational Trail (6 km round-trip, easy, 2 hrs) along the river, with marshes and skyline views.
    • Cost: Free.
    • Travel Time: 20-min drive or 30-min TTC (subway to Old Mill Station, $3.30 one-way).
    • Restaurant: Old Mill Toronto Dining Room (21 Old Mill Rd, on-site). Upscale dishes like rack of lamb ($30–50 CAD). Reservations advised.
  • Precautions: High Park trails may be crowded; go early. Stay on paths to protect rare savannahs. Wildlife rare, but carry bear spray for remote sections. Report issues to 416-392-8186.

General Costs (3 Days, Per Person)

  • Transportation: $20–30 CAD (TTC/ferry) or $30–50 CAD (gas for self-drive).
  • Ferry: $8.70 CAD (Toronto Islands).
  • Dining: $100–150 CAD (mid-range meals, 2/day).
  • Total Estimate: $130–230 CAD (excluding accommodation).

Travel Times Summary

  • Toronto Pearson to Downtown: 30-min drive (25 km) or 45-min UP Express ($12.35 one-way).
  • Within Toronto: Sites 15–30 min by car or 20–45 min by TTC.

Key Precautions

  • Wildlife Safety: Rare in urban parks, but keep 30m from foxes or coyotes. Bear spray optional ($40–50 CAD). Report incidents to 416-392-8186.
  • Trail Conditions: May trails may be wet; check Ontario Parks or City of Toronto. Rouge trails flood-prone.
  • Weather: 5–15°C in May; bring layers and rain gear. Check Spotwx.
  • Parking: Limited at Rouge Park; arrive before 8 AM or use TTC.

Final Notes

Toronto’s urban parks offer accessible nature escapes. Book ferry tickets early via City of Toronto and check trail updates at Tourism Toronto. Enjoy responsibly!

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Disclaimer: Costs and conditions based on 2025 data. Verify with Ontario Parks for updates.

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