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COVID-19 measures are in effect

Some regular programs are resuming.

Please stay on trail and avoid trampling plants while practising physical distancing.

All dogs must be on leash in High Park except in designated off-leash areas.

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Update September 2021: All on-site stewardship sessions are restricted to a few people and are by invite only for Stewards who have provided their contact info in this form. The details of each specific session will only be given to those who are registered to prevent drop-ins.

High Park is one of the few places where you can actually forget that you are in the middle of a city.

Sharon Lovett,

Leader of High Park Stewards

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Natural Environment Survey Results

The High Park Natural Environment Committee recently conducted a survey of members and supporters. The results are now available here. It’s heartening to see how much support there is for better protection of High Park’s natural environment, and in particular…

High Park Stewards Newsletters pdf versions of newsletters sent to Stewards

September 2021 Due to COVID restrictions Urban Forestry is sending out invites to on-site sessions to those who were active in 2019 or have signed up to receive them since them. The general High Park Stewards email list is for…

Hawk Migration is Underway High Park Hawk Watch - Visitors Welcome!

The High Park Hawk Watch got off to a “flying” start with several bald eagles on September 1st. It continues daily until November 30. Hawks generally fly when the winds are from the northwest. Keen birders monitor the weather report…

High Park Movement Study and Survey Your Opportunity to Speak Up for High Park

The City is launching the High Park Movement Strategy: “a study to improve the travel network for High Park and better serve park users and the community.” The first step is an online survey. More information can be found on…

LDD (Gypsy) Moth Caterpillars Lymnatria dispar dispari - The "LDD Moth"

If you’ve been walking through wooded areas in the park recently, you may have heard what looks like a gentle rain pitter pattering around you. Not rain, but the munching of hundreds of Gypsy Moth caterpillars! They have been feeding…

TRCA’s 2019 Terrestrial Biological Inventory of High Park View virtual presentation

Presentation Link and Follow-Up Q&As now available! Learn about the Toronto & Region Conservation Authority’s methodology, findings and observations as presented in the final High Park Terrestrial Biological Inventory Report, 2019. A question and answer opportunity followed the presentation. Urban…

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Hooded Merganser male with fish. Photo: Mike Taggart

Diving Ducks

During fall migration many diving ducks stop to feed at High Park's ponds. This male Hooded Merganser is gobbling down a small fish. Read more about ducks in High Park >>

A Feast of Acorns

Acorns are absolutely perfect meals for squirrels, chipmunks, mice, blue jays and insects. Squirrels can open and eat acorns in half the time it takes to eat other hard nuts and seeds. Read more about acorns in High Park »

Hawk Watch

The High Park Hawk Watch runs until Nov. 30. Drop by Hawk Hill to see the action! Read more about watching hawks in High Park »

Wild Columbine
Aquilegia canadensis

Wild Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa

Goldenrod
Solidago sp

Blooming Chart Featured Guide

Discover when you can find all your favourite wildflowers in bloom in Toronto's High Park.

Native Plant Sale Featured Event

Find beautiful, wildlife friendly plants for any garden, big and small.

Wildflowers of High Park Featured External Resource

Explore all the wildflowers of High Park, organized by colour and genus. A wealth of information at your fingertips!

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

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PLEASE NOTE: Volunteer programs are operating on a limited basis due to COVID-19.

Tours, Walks, and Talks

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Tramping the Trails

Sunday Walking Tours

October 3 at 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Please join us for our regular 90 minute Sunday walk. Explore some of the beautiful trails in the park. Learn about the different forms of trails, how they were formed and how they related to the natural features of the…

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Autumn Photo Buff Walk with David Allen

Sunday Walking Tours

October 17 at 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Please join us for our regular 90 minute Sunday walk. David Allen has been taking photographs in High Park for many years. He’ll show you how to get unique shots and what camera settings to use for the best pictures.…

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Walking Tour TBA

Sunday Walking Tours

October 31 at 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Topic – to be announced.

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Responsible Use

Resources, tips and advice on how to balance recreation and taking care of nature when visiting Toronto's High Park.

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You can help protect High Park
Your voice as a concerned citizen lends weight to issues that matter to you, the community and the park as a whole.

If you see any behaviour infractions, dead animals, safety hazards or other problems in the park, call 311 or email 311@toronto.ca. More key contacts.

Make a difference by volunteering with High Park Stewards or the Natural Environment Committee.