🍁🌿 Fall Hike: East Don Trail Adventure 🍪🥾

# Toronto’s Newest Ravine Trail, Autumn Scenery & Fresh-Baked Cookies!

Did you join us for our last East Don Trail adventure? People had such a great time, and there was plenty to talk about afterward! Now that fall is here, we’re heading back to enjoy the trail in autumn.
Join us as we explore the East Don Trail, one of Toronto’s newest additions to its incredible ravine system.

This beautiful route follows the East Don River through peaceful forests, wetlands, and scenic valley landscapes, connecting communities that were once separated.
If you’ve walked the Lower Don Trail, this is a different experience.

Expect quieter pathways, river views, new bridges, and the feeling of discovering another corner of Toronto that many people have yet to explore.

Most of the route is paved and relatively easy to walk. Just one warning: what goes down must come up! 😄

The final section includes a fairly steep hill, so you should be comfortable tackling a good climb near the end.
And the best part? We’ll finish with a couple of optional stops for coffee, baked goods, and cookies!

## 🚶‍♂️ What We’ll Do

We’ll meet outside Broadview Subway Station before making our way into the Don Valley to explore the East Don Trail.

Along the way, we’ll:
🌿 Walk beside the East Don River
🌉 Cross bridges and follow scenic pathways
🍂 Enjoy the ravine scenery and fall colours
📸 Stop for photos and conversation
☕ Visit Circles & Squares Bakery Café near the end of the trail
🍪 Continue to the Peak Freans Cookie Outlet for discounted cookies and treats

Both stops afterward are optional. At Circles & Squares Bakery Café, you can grab a quick coffee or something baked, or stay a little longer if you’d like. You’re welcome to join us for the cookie outlet afterward, or make your own plans.

We’ll finish at Coxwell Subway Station via TTC bus. This is a one-way walk, so we will not be returning to Broadview Station.

## 🍁 Weather & Expectations

This walk happens rain or shine unless severe weather makes it unsafe.
The trail is mostly paved and relatively easy, but there is one fairly steep hill near the end. Please come prepared for that final climb and wear comfortable walking shoes.

This is a social walk, not a guided historical tour. We’re here to enjoy the scenery, have conversations, and explore one of Toronto’s newest green spaces together.

## 🧢 Meetup Details

📍 Meeting location: Outside Broadview Subway Station
🦌 Look for: My Moose Hat!
⏰ Meeting time: 11:00 AM
🚶 Departure: 11:05 AM sharp. I’ll wait a maximum of five minutes.
Early is on time. On time is late.
Please arrive on time, as we’ll leave promptly.

🏁 End point: Coxwell Subway Station, via TTC bus.

## ☕🍪 After the Walk

### First stop: Circles & Squares Bakery Café

We’ll stop at Circles & Squares Bakery Café near the end of the trail. If you’d like, grab a coffee, a pastry, or something else from the bakery. This is a casual stop, so there’s no obligation to buy anything or stay for long.

### Next stop: Peak Freans Cookie Outlet

Then we’ll head to the Peak Freans Cookie Outlet, where you can browse their selection of cookies, crackers, and other treats at outlet prices.
You’re welcome to join us for both stops, just one, or head home after the hike. The choice is yours!

## 🎟️ Meetup Fee

$5 cash in person or by e-transfer to [mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com).
This fee helps support the group and allows us to continue organizing events like this. Thank you for supporting our community! 💛

## 🎒 What to Bring

• 💧 Water
• 👟 Comfortable walking shoes
• 🧥 Weather-appropriate clothing
• 📱 A phone or camera for photos
• 💵 Spending money if you’d like coffee, baked goods, or cookies

## 🌈 Who Is This For?

This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends, whether single or partnered.
We also organize movies, walks and hikes, arts and culture outings, restaurant gatherings, and plenty more. There’s always something happening!

## ⚠️ A Few Reminders

• You’re welcome to RSVP ahead of time or show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
• Please keep an eye on the event page for updates in case plans change or the event needs to be cancelled.
• Remember that this is a one-way walk ending at Coxwell Subway Station, not Broadview.

👤 Organized by Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email [torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com).

Come for Toronto’s newest trail.
Stay for the coffee and cookies.
Leave having discovered another hidden corner of the city. 🍁🌿🍪