Hike to the Toronto Botanical Garden (7.5 KM) - Sat, May 30 2026

Hike to the Toronto Botanical Garden (7.5 KM) (5/30/2026)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Urban Hike
Event Location: Sunnybrook Station - Corner of Leslie & Eglinton
Date(s) & Time:Sat, May 30 2026  10:00 AM
Registration Cut Off: Sat, May 30 2026 5:55:00 AM
Event Duration:less than 3 hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Fletcher
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Member Cost:Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:30
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 2 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

So, with the opening of the Eglinton Crosstown, it allows easier access to Toronto Botanical Garden.
Its the season to check out Daffodils, Tulips, Viburnum, Bleeding hearts and fern leaf peonies

This 7.5 KM hike will both start and finish at Sunnybrook Station.

The hike will be on a combination of paved park paths, single track dirt trails and some sidewalks.

In terms of hills, there should be 2 climbs of about 25 meters.

We'll stop for an hour a the Royal Botanical Gardens to allow you to take in the sights as well as use their washroom facilities.


Required Items to Bring:
  • Hiking boots / hiking shoes
  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Water
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • First Aid Kit
  • A smile
  • Whistle

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    Suunnybrook Station is located on Line 5 Eglinton Crosstown.

    Sunnybrook Station is located at the corner of Eglinton & Leslie.
    I'll either be standing on the eastbound or westbound platform, depending on the weather conditions.

    For those of you driving, I suggest parking at the Parking Lot #2 Wilket Creek Park.
    Entrance to the park is at 1132 Leslie Steet
    After entering, turn left at the flagpole; their should be signs for parking lot # 2.
    Once parked, the meet point is just at the top of the stairs.

    Look for me in the BLUE Toronto Outdoor Club shirt,

    Map

    Picture of Meeting Location


    Notes:

    Please ensure that you check the 'TTC service updates website' for any potential closures.

    Please arrive on time, I will turn off my cell phone once the hike begins.


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    Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
    Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

    Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
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