E. T. Seton Park in Toronto is a Don Valley green space in the Thorncliffe neighbourhood, with trails that link to several routes across the valley. It’s a practical choice for walking, cycling or running.
- Location: Thorncliffe, in the Don Valley.
- Trail connections: Lower Don, West Don, Taylor Creek and East Don trails.
- Activities: Hiking and walking, cycling and running.
- Trail season and surface: Year-round; gravel.
Where E. T. Seton Park fits into the local green space
E. T. Seton Park is a Don Valley park in Toronto’s Thorncliffe neighbourhood, next to the Ontario Science Centre. The park was named for Ernest Thompson Seton, a Scottish-Canadian author and wildlife artist.
Its location makes the park part of a wider trail network rather than an isolated stop. If you’re comparing nearby green spaces, the guide to Sunnybrook Park trails, access and parking covers another Toronto park option.
Which trails and outdoor activities can you do?
E. T. Seton Trail supports hiking and walking, cycling and running, and its gravel surface suits a range of outdoor outings. The Ontario Trails Council lists the trail as year-round, as well as dog-friendly and family-friendly.
From the park, trails connect with the Lower Don Trail, West Don Trail, Taylor Creek Trail and East Don Trail. The Lower Don Trail runs along the Don River between Pottery Road and Corktown Common; it is a 5 km multi-use route for pedestrians and cyclists.
You can use those connections to make a shorter park visit or link into a longer route. The Lower Don Trail’s connection to E. T. Seton Park is open from Corktown Common to the park, but access conditions can change. Check the City of Toronto’s official information before setting out.
How do you get to the park?
E. T. Seton Park is about a 15-minute drive from Edward Hotel North York.
Where can you park, and what access details matter?
A parking lot off Thorncliffe Park Drive is identified as E. T. Seton Park parking. The Forks Parking Lot, at Don Mills Road and the Don River, is another option.
Parking and trail access information can change, so check the official site before you go. Consult the City’s information for Lower Don Trail updates and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for updates on its West Don River maintenance project in the park.
What helps you plan a comfortable visit?
The gravel trail surface and year-round season make it possible to plan an outing in different parts of the year.
Choose your route with the trail connections in mind, and check access updates before heading out, especially if your plan depends on a particular trail or parking area. For other city outings, the guide to getting around Toronto from North York outlines transport options.
The park’s links to four named trails give you room to shape the outing around the distance and route you have in mind. Keep in mind that the Lower Don Trail is a multi-use route shared by pedestrians and cyclists.
FAQs
Where is E. T. Seton Park?
It’s in Toronto’s Thorncliffe neighbourhood, in the Don Valley, next to the Ontario Science Centre.
Can you cycle in E. T. Seton Park?
Yes. Cycling is among the activities for E. T. Seton Trail, and the park’s trails connect to other routes in the valley.
Is E. T. Seton Park open year-round?
The E. T. Seton Trail is year-round. Check current access information before you go.
Is there parking at E. T. Seton Park?
A parking lot off Thorncliffe Park Drive is identified for the park, and the Forks Parking Lot at Don Mills Road and the Don River is another option.