Ernest Thompson Seton Park — Kid-friendly Outdoor Play in Toronto, Ontario
- Ages all ages
- Outdoor
Ernest Thompson Seton Park is a great outdoor spot for families to enjoy nature and play, offering plenty of space for kids to explore and have fun.
What to expect
This large park provides ample green space for children to run around and engage in outdoor activities. While it's primarily an outdoor space, making it unsuitable for rainy days, it offers a natural setting for families to enjoy. Visitors can expect a general park experience with opportunities for play and relaxation.
Best for
Ideal for families looking for a free, open-air space for kids to play and explore during good weather.
What parents say
Vinay Paramanand
2023-5-7
This is a huge park nestled right in the middle of huge apartment buildings. Once can easily miss this gem if you are caught napping. Goes all the way from Eglinton to DVP and touching Don Mills Road as well. There are many trails throughout the park as well. Also one can find multiple parking spots in the park. Feel free to chose whichever makes sense to you. There is enough open space to barbeque or just lay down on the grass. Lastly, the Don River passes through this park, however, we did not enjoy it as much as we could sense a foul smell while walking along the sides. Not sure what was the reason for the smell. The park is also full of cyclists and the best part is that they ride through the trails, which are not easy to traverse. A must place to walk, bike, play, barbeque, hold picnic, potlucks and so on.
Alice Wu
2022-9-13
E.T. Seton Park is one of my favourite parks to bring my dog for a run. Located along the stretch of the Don Valley Parkway system, there are bike and hiking trails inside the forest along the creek. In addition, the park has plenty of green space for picnics and family gatherings. It's a great park to enjoy some nature while you're still in the city. I go there during all 4 seasons and the beauty of the forest is unique in its own way.
Jonathan Lau
2022-5-15
There's not much to do here. It's a park with green space and picnic tables. No play structures for kids. Lots of walking trails for hikers, pets, and for bikes. There are basketball nets in the parking lot. It also appears to be a place to do doughnuts with your car at night. Likely because there are no lights at night.
Chia “Boombastic Ban”
2023-3-5
Nice to walk and explore after a heavy snowfall on Fri. Mar. 3, 2023. People cross-country ski, snow shoe, trek the woods, etc. Just dress appropriately and waterproof boots if trekking the forest areas in the snow. There are small streams and some standing water hidden under the snow. Can be muddy in some areas during spring, fall, and a little in summer. A decent pair hiking boots should be fine, as long as it's comfortable. Couldn't drive to the Cricket Fields parking lot in winter, as it was closed off at the chalet. What a bummer. Nevertheless, it is open to walk up the usual road path... Or from the stairs in the lower areas.
Nigel Pinto
2022-7-3
Lovely trails in the midst of nature! Full greenery all around with a creek passing through. There are multiple trails for cycling and running. Frisbee baskets are there at some spots if you want to catch with friends/ family for a quick game! Perfect for evening/morning walksn
