Eglinton Flats and Mount Dennis: Jamaican-Nigerian flavours (5.8 km)
Details
Jane and Eglinton is surrounded by recreational flat lands on all four quadrants. They were created after the aftermath of Hurricane Hazel as a flood control measure. The most scenic quadrant is the southeast one with a pond, but we'll go through all of them anyway. Except Scarlett Woods Golf Course which is accessible for hiking in winter only.
Above the floodplains sits Mount Dennis. It's not a mountain and barely a hill. There is a strong Jamaican and Nigerian presence which is precisely the type of food we'll encounter along the way. Unfortunately, pickings are slim and there are only a handful of notable restaurants. We'll end at the best of the lot, a modern restaurant specializing in Nigerian suya (spiced BBQ meats).
Highlights
- York Recreation Centre (depart 6:30pm)
- Kodak building
- Mount Dennis mural
- Douro Bakery
- Gladhurst Park
- Eglinton Flats Tennis Centre (depart 7:15pm)
- Optical illusion artbox
- Humber River
- Suya City Express (arrive 8:05pm)
Neighbourhoods
Mount Dennis > Eglinton Flats
Map
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1Q4F5JunRqI-2JV4mwrkr3Vrdh56ChSU&usp=sharing
Start point is easily accessible by Eglinton LRT, UP Express, and GO trains.
How it works
Hike starts punctually. Late or can't do the whole route? Meet us at scheduled checkpoints.
We'll browse many food places but won't linger long. See the route in advance, organize takeout, then pickup along the way.
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