Earl Bales Park

Earl Bales Park is a large public park in North York with walking trails, playgrounds, and an outdoor amphitheater beside the West Don River. The space spans approximately 127 acres and includes multiple areas designed for different types of recreation and outdoor enjoyment.

The land was originally a family farm and became the York Downs Golf and Country Club in 1922. It later opened to the public in 1975 and has since become an important recreational space for the community.

The Canadian memorial site honors victims and survivors through displayed names and personal histories that visitors can see and reflect upon.

The park has picnic tables, fire pits, drinking fountains, washrooms, and parking areas available throughout the year. These facilities are spread across different locations within the grounds for convenient access.

The park contains a ski center with slopes that offers a rare alpine skiing opportunity within Toronto. This facility makes the space an unusual destination for winter sports enthusiasts in the city.

Location: Toronto

Inception: 1969

GPS coordinates: 43.75336,-79.43368

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49