Activities and experiences

Rouge National Urban Park

Rouge National Urban Park is a “people’s park” with so much to discover in your own backyard! The park’s trails cover forests, thickets, meadows, wetlands, rivers and agricultural landscapes. Join us on a guided walk, paddle the river and marsh, photograph migrating birds or plan a family picnic.

Are you organizing a group visit to the park? Please contact rouge@pc.gc.ca or 416-264-2020 to plan for a best possible experience.

Hiking trails

Hike in diverse landscapes: meadows, forests, wetlands and farmlands in the Greater Toronto Area.

Learn-to Camp

Learn knowledge and skills to feel confident planning and going on your first camping adventure.

Volunteer opportunities

Become a volunteer today for unique and enriching experiences in the park.

Activities

At-home activities

Try one of our at-home activities to learn more about the park without leaving home!

Learn-to Camp

Learn knowledge and skills to feel confident planning and going on your first camping adventure.

Virtual hikes

Here is our list of the best virtual hikes and views in the park so you can experience the great outdoors from the comfort of your home.

Water activities

Canoe or kayak the waters of Rouge Marsh and Rouge River to discover a rich array of wildlife.

Winter activities

Discover winter activities in the park: hiking, snowshoeing, birdwatching, cross-country skiing and more!

Guided walks

Discover the park's natural, cultural and agricultural stories with our friendly and knowledgeable Parks Canada volunteer leaders and staff.

Calendar

Take part in a wide range of events, activities and experiences in Rouge National Urban Park.

iNaturalist

Share discoveries of plants and animals with other nature enthusiasts.

Volunteer opportunities

Become a volunteer today for unique and enriching experiences in the park.

Xplorers program

Try your had at the Parks Canada Xplorers for kids 6 - 11. Grab an explorers booklet from the park to begin your adventure.

Camping and overnight accommodations

Camping Camping
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Things to do

Wildlife viewing Animal watching
Sea birds Bird watching
Canoeing Canoeing
Bicycles Cycling
Dogs on leash Dog walking
Fishing Fishing
Hiking Hiking
Kayaking Kayaking
Lookout Lookout
Sailboating Boating
Photo Opportunity Photography
Swimming Swimming
Cross-country skiing Cross country skiing
Sea Kayaking Paddling
Picnic area Picnicking
Snowshoeing Snowshoeing
Interpretation Tours and programs

Services and amenities

Accessible Facilities Accessible services
Bus parking Bus parking
Information Information
Parking Parking
Picnic area Picnic area
Restrooms Restrooms
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