RICHMOND HILL – It won’t be long until the fall colours are at their peak and Richmond Hill is ablaze with incredible orange, red and yellow autumn hues. Whether you’re “doin’ it for the ‘Gram” or just looking to connect with nature, we’ve got an incredible parks and trails system full of hidden gems perfect for taking in the fall foliage.

East Humber Trail (north of King Road between Parker Avenue and Verdi Road)
From wooden boardwalks with decorative bridges that wind their way through wetland areas to crushed limestone trails that travel through mature woodlands, you’ll find a wide variety of fall vibes at East Humber Trail. Entrances are located on Parker Avenue, Vitlor Drive and Verdi Road. On-street parking is limited, please obey posted signage. Cycling is not recommended. 

Elgin Mills Greenway (Bathurst Street and Shaftsbury Avenue behind Elgin West Community Centre)
Start your trek in the newly restored valleyland behind Elgin West Community Centre and follow the trail across zigzagging boardwalks, past stormwater ponds and into a heavily forested area that turns orange and gold in the fall. Parking is available at the community centre.

Newberry Park (227 Bernard Avenue)
Wander the paved trail through this wetland area, which is surrounded by colourful mature trees. You’ll pass by ponds and may see a heron or two. The boundary of the Oak Ridges Moraine also runs through this park and is marked with raptor posts. Parking is available. 

Phyllis Rawlinson Park (11715 Leslie Street)
Richmond Hill’s largest Oak Ridges Moraine park is tucked away just off of Leslie Street north of 19^th Avenue. It has been maintained as a natural setting and includes woodland trails, boardwalks through “The Ponds” and an off leash dog area to name just a few features. Parking is also available. 

Russell Farm Park (290 Bantry Avenue)
This neighbourhood park has a wide variety of mature trees that turn a beautiful bright red, orange and yellow in the fall. It’s a great spot to sit and relax with a good book or just enjoy the outdoors. Parking is available. 

South Richvale Greenway (Weldrick Road east of Bathurst Street to south of Carville Road)
Explore wooded trails as they snake along a beautiful section of the Upper East Don River. You’ll see a wide variety of fall foliage along this trail. Parking is available at Richvale Community Centre.

Everyone is encouraged to come and enjoy these places, but please, leave no traces – stay on established trails, pick up after your pet and do not litter. Please also remember to continue practicing physical distancing at all times to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

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For a full listing of parks and trails in Richmond Hill, visit RichmondHill.ca/Parks.

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Media Contact: Ash O’Malley, Communications Advisor, ash.omalley@richmondhill.ca