New trail opens in midtown Toronto ravine

Toronto's ravine network has expanded with the opening of the East Don Trail's first phase. The new 6.3-kilometer multi-use path allows public access to previously inaccessible sections of the Don River ravine on the east side.

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This is quite a day to be able to open phase one of this trail.

The trail begins near Don Mills Road, just north of St. Clair Avenue, and extends northeast to just below Eglinton Avenue. It follows the route used by Metrolinx, crossing the Don Valley Parkway and the Don River via bridges and tunnels, offering a new recreational corridor.

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It will be very exciting when phase two is built, and we’ll be able to get all the way onto the Meadoway.

"This is quite a day to be able to open phase one of this trail," said City Councillor Paula Fletcher at the unveiling. She expressed excitement for the future completion of phase two, which will extend the trail further. Fletcher described the new route as "a wonderful, safe trail and safe cycling."

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A wonderful, safe trail and safe cycling.

John MacKenzie, CEO of the Toronto Region Conservation Authority, which spearheaded the development, shared his enthusiasm. "Possibly the coolest segment of trail I have ridden in my life," he stated, highlighting the years of construction that preceded the opening. The trail promises to enhance the exploration of Toronto's extensive ravine system.

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Possibly the coolest segment of trail I have ridden in my life.