Bluffers Park and Cliffcrest (7.2 km)

Snow and mud have gone away and we're back on nature trails. We're heading to the Scarborough bluffs while trees have not regained their foliage, so that we can get a good view of the cliffs.

This short hike will cover the most popular parts of the bluffs—the beach, reservoir, and Scarboro Crescent Park. Then, we'll swing by one of the cliffside neighbourhoods, Cliffcrest. It does not have many food options but at least there are murals to gawk at. It's also the start of the motel strip on Kingston Road. This used to be a recreation destination and the main road into Toronto. A few sketchy motels remain between Brimley and Markham Rd.

For those who still have energy after the hike, we'll walk to one of the few Cajun restaurants in the city to enjoy gumbo, shrimp and grits, and more.

Highlights

1. Float homes / Scarborough Bluffs Lifeguard Station (depart 3pm)
2. Bluffers Park Stormwater Pond / Lookout
3. Trailhead at Barkdene Hills and Brimley Rd South (depart 4:13pm)
4. St. Augustine's Seminary of Toronto
5. Scarboro Crescent Park
6. Scarborough Bluffs Refreshment Room / St Theresa's Parish
7. In the Way of Progress mural / Blessinglicious
8. St Theresa's Parish (depart 5:08pm)
9. RH King Academy
10. Vindaloo Indian Cuisine / Gus Tacos (arrive 5:30pm)

Neighbourhoods
Cliffside > Cliffcrest

Map
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1oQCqUIawjdWVWAFvzNtm9OkTMjgbzd0&usp=sharing

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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