Skip to Main Content

Don Valley Hills & Dales


DON RIVER AND VALLEY Discover the Don River Valley, its steep-sided tributary ravines, river, forests and wide vistas. These natural features have captivated and attracted explorers like you since the earliest days of human habitation in this area.

Many of Toronto's native tree species still appear in the nearby well-wooded valleys including oak, pine, beech, basswood, maple and ash.

TODMORDEN MILLS Learn the history of the Don River Valley at the historic Todmorden Mills Museum. Since 1795, Todmorden Mills has been the site of a saw mill, grist mill, paper mill, brewery and distillery.

CHESTER SPRINGS MARSH Many environmental restoration projects have recently focussed on the Don Valley. All the projects are working towards bringing back a clean, green and accessible Don River Valley. Explore the recently constructed Chester Springs Marsh, a project that has restored some of Toronto’s original wildlife habitat.

For more information on trails or to view a trail video by activity please go to the OTC Youtube Channel

Ontario Trails do not own or manage any trails. Check with the identified manager before using this trail. Do not trespass, allowed uses only.

For more information on the great sport of snowshoeing please see our partner Snowshoe Canada



Have you traveled this trail?

If you have any corrections or new information you'd like to send us, we'd love your input. Also, any photos or videos you may have taken of your adventures on this or any other trail are welcome as well. Be a part of our trail community!

SUBMIT A STORY SUBMIT A PHOTO SUBMIT A VIDEO ADD EVENT

Add a comment

Use your Facebook account to comment on this trail and share your experiences below.


Have you traveled this trail?

If you have any corrections or new information you'd like to send us, we'd love your input. Also, any photos or videos you may have taken of your adventures on this or any other trail are welcome as well. Be a part of our trail community!

SUBMIT A STORY SUBMIT A PHOTO SUBMIT A VIDEO ADD EVENT

Add a comment

Use your Facebook account to comment on this trail and share your experiences below.