High Park

High Park

High Park features baseball and soccer fields, several public tennis courts, and open-air play facilities such as hiking, biking, and nature trails that appeal to both group and individual sports enthusiasts.

There is also an outdoor summer pool, Splash Pad, and Wading Pool, along with a winter skating/hockey rink for water and winter sports, allowing for a variety of sports experiences in different seasons.

In addition to formal sports, High Park offers excellent opportunities for running, hiking, light hiking, and nature viewing with its forest and meadow trails.

Key Features & Amenities

• Tennis
• 3 baseball fields for baseball games and group workouts.
• 2 soccer fields for soccer or group games.
• Artificial ice skating rink/outdoor ice in winter for skating and recreational hockey.
• Outdoor pool and wading pool (for children) open seasonally.
• Walking, jogging and nature trails in the green and forested areas of the park.
• Green space and recreation
• Extensive green space with gardens, forests and nature trails.
• Off-leash area for dogs.
• Several children's playgrounds and SplashPad (water play).
• Amenities and food services
• Cafe and restaurant with outdoor seating/patio.
• Fast food stands in various parts of the park.
• Picnic areas and public facilities
• Several picnic areas and picnic shelters available for reservation.
• Public water coolers/drinking fountains at several points in the park (a common feature in urban parks).
• Several public restrooms (seasonal and permanent) in various parts of the park.

Programs & Activities

High Park Little League – Kids Baseball League: This is a local baseball league program that takes place on baseball park fields and provides children with the opportunity to play regularly, practice, and compete.

Toronto High Park FC – Outdoor House League:

This is a community soccer league for ages (U6 to U18) with players playing in small to large teams.

Toronto High Park FC – Adult Social League: There is also an adult soccer league that is recreational and social and open to all skill levels.

Programs for Younger Ages (Active Start / Active Development): There are programs like Active Start (U4–U6) that help young children develop basic motor skills through soccer-related activities.

How to book

If you are just going to the park casually, playing on the playground, walking, or sitting on the grass, no reservations are required and the park is open to the public.

If you want to reserve an official picnic site, picnic shelter/platform, large event, or part of the park with an official permit on a specific date, you must obtain a permit.

Location & Accessibility & Contact 

1. Address: 1873 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON, M6R 2Z3

2. Public Transportation

Subway: HighPark Station (Line 2 – Bloor–Danforth): Closest station to the north entrances of the park (5–10 minute walk).

Keele Station (Line 2): About a 10–15 minute walk to the other side of the park.

Streetcar and Bus: The 506 Carlton streetcar goes to HighPark Loop (Parkside Drive).

Several TTC bus lines also serve the area around the subway stations and park entrances, including HighPark and Keele stations.

3. Contact information: 416-338-0889

FAQs

What sports and activities can you do in the park?

At High Park you can use baseball fields, soccer fields, tennis courts, an outdoor pool, a bike path, hiking trails, ice skating, and street soccer.

Can you picnic in the park and do you need a permit?

Yes, you can, and for groups of 25 or more, a permit is required and must be reserved in advance.