Trails

Rouge National Urban Park hiking trails travel through a variety of landscapes, including meadows, forests, wetlands and farmland. Enjoy views of the Rouge and Little Rouge rivers, wander through mature forests, stroll past farm fields and explore the rich history of the area.

Trail (north to south)	Distance	Time	Difficulty
Northeast Trail  This trail traverses marshland, agricultural fields and features seven boardwalks with one pergola overlooking a marsh.	10.7 km (one way)	4 hours	Easy
Harvest Trail This family-friendly linear trail weaves through fields of crops, marshland, and shaded woodlots.	5.1 km (one way)	1.5 - 2 hours	Easy
Central Trail This section of trail winds along hedgerows, with views of agricultural and urban landscapes. Following the Katabokokonk creek, and then the Little Rouge creek, hear the sounds of ever-present water.	10.5 km (one way)	3 hours	Easy
South Central Trail This section of trail starts in Cedar Grove, connects to Monarch trail in the West, and traverses hedgerows and a restoration area.	2.1 km (one way)	30 minutes	Easy
Tallgrass Trek This loop trail winds past restored wetlands, meadows and grasslands leading to sweeping south facing views across the landscape.	3.2 km	1 - 1.5 hours	Easy
Monarch Trail This gently rolling loop trail takes you through a mix of habitats from rare cedar savannah to adjacent farm fields and a restored stand of white pine.	7.6 km	2 - 3 hours	Moderate
Reesor Way/Tanglewood Trail  This loop trail explores many different habitat types, including meadows, young replanted trees, mature forests, and river habitat.	3.3 km	1 - 1.5 hours	Moderate
Woodland Trail  The Woodland Trail provides shorter and longer walking options set against a backdrop of forests, meadows and water.	3.5 km	1.5 hours	Easy
Cedar Trail and the Beare Wetlands Loop  Enjoy the rich wildlife at the Beare Wetlands on the southern part of this trail, then head north into mature forests with views of the Little Rouge River.	4.5 km or 1.5 km	2 - 2.5 hours or 30 - 45 minutes	Moderate
Orchard Trail  A classic Rouge Valley hike, the Orchard Trail features young forests mixed with wetlands and traces of early European settlement, including remnant orchards, residences and an old mill.	2 km (one way)	1 - 2 hours	Moderate
Vista Trail  The Vista Trail’s two-level viewing platform is one of the best places to view Toronto’s autumn colours and spectacular valley views.	1.5 km (one way)	1 - 2 hours	Moderate
Celebration Forest Trail  Celebration Forest Trail features a forest memorial paying homage to community leaders and pioneers whose efforts to protect the Rouge Valley led to the creation of Canada’s first national urban park.	500 m	10 minutes	Easy
Glen Eagles Vista Trail  Glen Eagles Vista Trail provides brilliant views of the Rouge River and Little Rouge Creek and geologically-significant bluffs.	600 m	15 - 30 minutes	Easy
Mast Trail  This classic Rouge Valley hike features excellent examples of rare Carolinian ecosystems while traversing a 200-year-old former logging route.	2.5 km (one way)	1 - 2 hours	/  Moderate to Difficult
Rouge Marsh Trail The Rouge Marsh Trail offers a short hike with stunning views of the largest remaining wetland in the City of Toronto.	500 m (one way)	15 - 30 minutes	Easy

Safety

• Stay on marked trails and use caution at road crossings
• Some trails have steep grades and steps
• Trail conditions vary depending on the weather (trails are not salted or cleared of ice and snow in the winter)
• There are limited amenities in the park, and food and water are not available on the trails or at the trailheads
• Dress appropriately for changing weather and carry everything you need for a successful day out
• Know your limits and be safe
• Check our hiking tips and park rules for more information   

Please note that cycling is only permitted on certain hiking trails. Please check each trail page for more information.