Do it for the ‘gram: 6 sweet spots in Richmond Hill for fabulous fall colours

Remember to continue practicing physical distancing at all times to help stop the spread of COVID-19

Yorkregion.com
October 9, 2020
Sheila Wang

You don’t have to go far to soak in the fall colours.

Richmond Hill has compiled a list of Instagram-worthy places for the incredible orange, red and yellow autumn hues this season.

Find out where to see fall foliage near you in the map below:

East Humber Trail (north of King Road between Parker Avenue and Verdi Road):
From wooden boardwalks with decorative bridges that wind their way through wetland areas to crushed limestone trails that travel through mature woodlands, you’ll find a wide variety of fall vibes at East Humber Trail. Entrances are located on Parker Avenue, Vitlor Drive and Verdi Road. On-street parking is limited; please obey posted signage. Cycling is not recommended.

Elgin Mills Greenway (Bathurst Street and Shaftsbury Avenue behind Elgin West Community Centre):
Start your trek in the newly restored valleyland behind Elgin West Community Centre and follow the trail across zigzagging boardwalks, past stormwater ponds and into a heavily forested area that turns orange and gold in the fall. Parking is available at the community centre.

Newberry Park (227 Bernard Ave.):
Wander the paved trail through this wetland area, which is surrounded by colourful mature trees. You’ll pass by ponds and may see a heron or two. The boundary of the Oak Ridges Moraine also runs through this park and is marked with raptor posts. Parking is available.

Phyllis Rawlinson Park (11715 Leslie St.):
Richmond Hill’s largest Oak Ridges Moraine park is tucked away just off of Leslie Street north of 19th Avenue. It has been maintained as a natural setting and includes woodland trails, boardwalks through “The Ponds” and an off-leash dog area to name just a few features. Parking is also available.

Russell Farm Park (290 Bantry Ave.):
This neighbourhood park has a wide variety of mature trees that turn a beautiful bright red, orange and yellow in the fall. It’s a great spot to sit and relax with a good book or just enjoy the outdoors. Parking is available.

South Richvale Greenway (east of Bathurst Street to south of Carville Road):
Explore wooded trails as they snake along a beautiful section of the Upper East Don River. You’ll see a wide variety of fall foliage along this trail. Parking is available at Richvale Community Centre.

Everyone is encouraged to come and enjoy these places, but please, leave no traces — stay on established trails, pick up after your pet and do not litter.

Also, remember to practise physical distancing at all times to help stop the spread of COVID-19.