Beautiful park along the water! You can see the Toronto Skyline in the distance from the lake and…read morethere's also a hiking trail as well. I went during the weekday so it wasn't too busy and was pretty quiet. Apparently it gets pretty busy on the weekends though. The park also has a BBQ area but it might be by permit only since I saw a sign posted of the parties who had reserved the area by permit. This spot would be perfect for a date/picnic, especially during the warm summer months. It makes a great gathering area for family friendly activities as well!

The park is pretty large so lots of the benches, and playground are pretty far in from Lakeshore…read more The park can be accessed by car and transit. There are bus stops nearby but it may take a while (at least for me when I was too young to drive). Also, parking is pretty limited. Even though I don't have a dog, I found it cool that Jack Darling Park has an off leash dog park. I didn't realize it was one till I was volunteering at the tennis courts nearby years ago.

Right by the parking lot and washroom facilities there is a small pond with a bridge where many…read moreducks and geese flock to since there's people feeding them bread. The Humber River Recreational Trail goes through this park. It's a nice walk by the Humber River with lots of trees and various trails that stem from the main one. There are 2 paths; one for walking and the other for mixed use (walking, cycling, jogging). Dogs must be kept on a leash and there's plenty of signs posted advising of coyotes in the area.

It's been 4 months since I stepped foot outside beyond my street…read more I found the park pleasing to look at. There are varying walkways, mini bridges, and different kinds of trees. There are spacious areas of grass great for picnics and photoshoots. I went on a Friday afternoon and amount of people was not a whole lot which helped with social distancing. There are a lot of geese near the pond with the turtle statue so walking in one perimeter of it was not a positive experience.

Was looking for a park to walk the dog. Came across this place with a large open field to just…read morehang out in. The sun's rays are nice and warm against your face. It's nice to lay down with the dog and get a few rays. A pleasant park with a good atmosphere.

This park is fantastic! I have been here for a few bonfires over the last few summers and we always…read morehave a great time. They rent out the fire pits and have skewers for guests to use to roast marshmallows (bring your own) over the fire. Every time we come here we always have a blast and I can't wait for our next bonfire next year. We always bring snacks, hot dogs, and marshmallows to roast on the fire and everyone leaves stuffed.

Very clean and nice park. There's a walking patch, goal posts for soccer and a play ground for…read morekids. There's not much seating as far as benches go but there's plenty trees for a nice shady area to sit/picnic

A great local neighbourhood park. There's a themed playground for the kids, and plenty of grass to…read moreplay sports and picnic. The park is connected to downtown Mississauga as a short cut.

My parents and I decided an afternoon walking around the park. It was nice to walk around the park…read moreand to spend an afternoon. The park was large and was moderately busy. Make sure to bring water, sunscreen and hat or umbrella. The trails were pretty well kept and had a mix of shade and unshaded areas. Most of the trails and picnic areas were pretty quiet and looked to be not very busy. I think there were some parts of the trails that were off leash dog areas. When we were there, the barn area wasn't really opened to the public (in terms of looking inside them).

Bronte Creek is one of the two provincial parks in the GTA. There is an entrance fee, so I would…read moresuggest getting the Ontario Parks pass from your local library to enter and to park for free. This is a nice park with lots of hiking trails and lush woods, offering plenty of shades on a sunny day. The only trail that allows you to go down to the creek is #6 Half Moon Valley Trail. I would also recommend #4 Lookout Ravine Trail which is almost completely covered by trees and would be beautiful in the fall. You shouldn't miss the famous White Oak Tree, likely germinated since 1685 and at least 300 years old, close to parking lot A. The Spruce Lane Farmhouse is another highlight near parking lot F, which is a Victorian-style house showing visitors what life was like back then. The antique furniture, well-decorated rooms, farm equipment, and friendly volunteers wearing Victorian costumes gave us an immersive experience at the farm. The only problem is that the amenities are a bit dated, especially with the signage. The park staffs should hand out free maps as you enter the park, and there should be more directions as to where you are. I often had to rely on Google to check location and the pre-downloaded map from their website. The swimming pool remains under renovation as of summer 2024, so the park is not yet at its full potential.

I didn't realize we had such a beautiful park in the city with such beautiful fall colours. It does…read moreget busy during the weekends. Before 4pm on weekdays are the best times to come. The main attraction is Earl Bale's Storm Management Pond. Great bike or hike. It's a short trail but steep at times.

An underappreciated park at the western edge of the Lansing neighbourhood that bordres on Earl…read moreBales Park and a path that leads to the Don Valley Golf Course. The park features a nice playground for kids of all ages, a baseball diamond, and tennis courts for those who are so inspired. The 401 zips along on the horizon, especially in fall and winter when the trees aren't as thick with leaves. A good spot for activity, but not much of a place to sit and relax. Where are all the trees in Toronto's parks? We seem to enjoy great, big lawns.

My employer has used this park & facilities to hold staff team-building events annually (excluding…read morethis pandemic year). It's a great escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Many mature trees with huge canopies to plant yourself under and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

I drove by Thomson Memorial Park numerous of times and finally I got a chance to visit this…read moreafternoon. The park is nice because it has a lot of open spaces and also a lot of mature tree that provide a lot of shaded area. FYI, Thomson Memorial Park is the birthplace of the City of Scarborough. First opened in 1960, the park commemorates the site staked out by the first settlers of Scarborough, the Thomson family, who arrived in 1796. For sure to visit the Museum on site which will provide you with more information of the history of Scarborough! Trails, Tennis Court, Baseball Diamonds, Soccer Field and even a Kid's Wading pool! Free for all to enjoy!

The Riverwood Conservancy is the gold standard for what an urban nature preserve should be. It's…read moresophisticated enough for a first date in the gardens, but rugged enough for a serious hiker or nature photographer.

Fall has settled in!…read more Such a tranquil day at this park today. The sunshine beaming and a few people walking around enjoying the outdoors.