Hiking
Lace up your hiking shoes and reconnect with nature right here in the Greater Toronto Area. Rouge National Urban Park’s 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 active farm fields and explore the rich history of the area. You won’t believe you’re still in the city!
To preview the trails from home or before you head out, visit us via Google Street View and checkout our list of our top 10 virtual hikes.
Trails (north to south)
| Trail | 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 |
| 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.
