Welcome TO Winter

Skate under the stars, toboggan down scenic hills or explore snow-covered trails on cross-country skis. Our parks and outdoor ice rinks and trails are a true winter paradise for all ages, offering endless opportunities for outdoor fun.

Drop in to skate at an outdoor artificial ice rink or skating trail. Lessons are also available
Tour Toronto’s parks and wilderness with our Forestry staff
Use a tennis/pickleball court*
Find outdoor fitness equipment
Ski or snowboard at Earl Bales Ski and Snowboard Centre, typically open from January to March
Get cozy at a firepit or bake oven
Play disc golf
Toboggan in a City park
Borrow skates, helmets or skate aids for free on a first-come, first-serve basis at a Skate Lending Library
Donate, trade or get skates at a Skate Exchange
Stroll, snowshoe or cross-country ski (with your own gear) at a golf course snow loop
Birdwatch at Toronto’s parks, ravines and natural areas
Check out the animals at High Park Zoo and Riverdale Farm
Get in touch with nature at Toronto Island Park.
Find out what you need to know about taking the ferry to Toronto Island Park in winter.

*Courts are not salted or cleared of snow.

Snow Clearing in Parks

Winter maintenance of park pathways, trails and roads is provided at more than 250 parks across Toronto.

Pathways are cleared of snow within 24 hours if there is more than 8cm of snowfall
Paved recreational trails are cleared of snow after 48 hours
Salting occurs within 24 to 48 hours of snow clearing

Maintenance may vary depending on local and environmental conditions. The City cannot maintain all pathways in all parks during the winter due to factors such as pathway/trail surface material and whether the pathway is located within Environmentally Significant Areas.

Winter Washrooms

More than 50 washrooms will remain available in the winter. These washrooms will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Find an open washroom.

Golf course building washrooms are open Monday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.