Lambton Woods contains high-quality deciduous forests on steep valley slopes and portions of a narrow floodplain, as well as a large groundwater discharge area, and smaller open wetland. It provides a habitat for many significant species, including migrating songbirds.
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The City of Toronto is completing improvements to the natural trail north of the railway bridge in Lambton Woods. This work will upgrade the existing natural trail, remove outdated infrastructure, and improve management of runoff. The natural trail will be closed during construction however, the Humber Recreational Trail will remain open during project works to allow access through the Trail Improvement Area.
The City has been working for several years to manage natural environment trails in parks and ravines to ensure the protection of our forests and natural areas while allowing for compatible recreational uses. These trails are well-used by hikers, dog walkers, mountain bikers and natural environment enthusiasts and are highly valued as an important part of the recreational trail network. Growing demand for recreational trails is leading to unsustainable trail use, unauthorized trail creation and damage to natural areas.
Download the final trail concept plan.
Replacement of a wood pedestrian bridge (labelled H in Trails Map, found in the About the Trail Concept Plan section) was the first step in implementing the trail concept plan.
Construction was completed in 2021 and coordinated with restoration work for invasive species removal and native planting.
As part of the bridge design and approvals process, a number of studies were completed to determine the required size and placement of a new bridge. The new bridge was installed approximately 25 meters upstream where there is less projected streambank erosion. The existing trail network was realigned to meet with the new bridge location. The bridge was designed in sections that could be assembled onsite to minimize impacts to the surrounding forest.