Things to Do around Scarborough

Scarborough offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse terrain, from the Scarborough Bluffs to Rouge National Urban Park. More than 2,200 routes are available across these sports.

Scarborough is known for the Scarborough Bluffs, dramatic escarpments rising up to 300 feet (90 meters) along Lake Ontario. It also encompasses Rouge National Urban Park, Canada's first national urban park, and extensive ravine systems like Highland Creek and the Rouge Valley. The Waterfront Trail also runs along the Lake Ontario shoreline.

Scarborough offers more than 900 hiking routes, with options ranging from the Scarborough Bluffs to the extensive trails within Rouge National Urban Park. These trails provide diverse landscapes including forests, meadows, and lake views. For more information, consult the Hiking around Scarborough guide.

Scarborough provides numerous cycling opportunities, including over 300 touring cycling routes and more than 350 road cycling routes. The Waterfront Trail offers scenic rides along Lake Ontario, while Rouge National Urban Park has trails suitable for various cycling types. Explore options with the Cycling around Scarborough guide.

Scarborough features trails suitable for mountain biking and gravel biking, particularly within areas like Rouge National Urban Park. There are over 130 mountain biking routes and more than 20 gravel biking routes available. Guides such as MTB Trails around Scarborough and Gravel biking around Scarborough provide detailed information.

Many routes in Scarborough are suitable for families and beginners, particularly within Rouge National Urban Park and along sections of the Waterfront Trail. These areas often feature flatter, well-maintained paths. The Easy hikes around Scarborough guide highlights accessible options.

The Scarborough Bluffs offer panoramic views of Lake Ontario and impressive geological formations. Rouge National Urban Park provides diverse landscapes including forests, meadows, and the Rouge Marsh. Many trails pass by rivers, lakes, and other natural monuments.

Parking facilities are available at various access points and parks throughout Scarborough, including Bluffers Park at the base of the Bluffs and multiple locations within Rouge National Urban Park. It is advisable to check specific route details for parking information.

Scarborough's outdoor routes are highly regarded on komoot, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from nearly 8,000 ratings. More than 90,000 visitors have explored the region's routes, indicating its popularity among outdoor enthusiasts.

Komoot offers several guides for Scarborough, including Hiking around Scarborough, Cycling around Scarborough, and Running Trails around Scarborough. Specialized guides like Waterfall hikes around Scarborough and Easy hikes around Scarborough are also available.

For official tourism information related to Scarborough, the Destination Toronto website is a key resource. A local initiative, Destination Scarborough, also promotes the area's unique features. General municipal inquiries can be directed to the City of Toronto by calling 311 within Toronto or 416-392-CITY (2489) from outside Toronto.