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Don Valley Brick Works

Don Valley Brick Works Park (Leash-Free Dog Area)

Explore one of the best leash-free dog parks in Toronto, perfect for social dogs and their owners.

Don Valley Brick Works Park is a lush, green retreat in the city that offers dog owners a scenic, informal off-leash trail experience. While not fenced, it’s beloved for peaceful nature walks with your pup.

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About This Park

Located in the heart of Toronto, Don Valley Brick Works offers a dedicated off-leash area for your pup to play, explore, and socialize. The park's open layout and surface type make it suitable for dogs of all sizes.

Tags: natural trails, eco-park, shaded, scenic, informal off-leash

Park Features

Park Type
Leash Free
Address
550 Bayview Ave, Toronto Ontario
Surface Type
Dirt and gravel trails
Fenced Area
No
Separate Small Dog Area
No
Surface Type
Dirt and gravel trails
Size (sq meters or acres)
40 acres (entire park)
Benches
Yes
Seating Available
Yes
Shade Area
Yes
Washroom Nearby
Yes
Water Source Available
Yes
Waste Bins
Yes
Bag Dispensers
No
Parking Available
Yes (Evergreen Brick Works lot)
Seasonal Restrictions
None

Additional Notes

Not a fenced dog park, but frequently used by dog owners for off-leash nature walks.

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