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Balmy Beach Park functions as a multi-use space, and the trails connect naturally to other activities. Picnic areas are scattered throughout the park, and kayakers regularly launch from the shoreline. You can structure a visit around hiking alone, or use the trail as one part of a longer afternoon that includes time on the beach or the boardwalk.
The picnic areas work well as rest stops mid-hike, with views of either the lake or the surrounding greenery depending on where you settle. It's a practical setup that makes longer visits easy to sustain without needing to carry much.
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Everything you need to know before you goStarting Point
The balmy beach park is located in the east end of Toronto. To get there, take the Gardiner Expressway to the Don Valley Parkway and exit at Lawrence Avenue East. Go north on Lawrence Avenue and turn left on Kingston Road. The park is located on the right side of Kingston Road.
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