Toronto winter has two modes: why is it still snowing and let’s slide down something fast. When the second mood hits, the city quietly transforms into a playground of hills, sleds, and joyful chaos.
If you’re looking for the best tobogganing hills in Toronto, here are the classics—tested by gravity, children, and adults pretending they’re “just supervising.”
Riverdale Park East
This is the heavyweight champion of Toronto tobogganing. Long, wide, and steep enough to make you question your life choices halfway down, Riverdale Park East is perfect for thrill-seekers who believe winter should come with speed.
Bonus: skyline views that make your wipeouts feel cinematic.
Christie Pits Park
A west-end favourite with multiple slopes, Christie Pits is ideal for families and mixed skill levels. You can start slow, build confidence, and eventually graduate to the bigger drops without immediately meeting your destiny at the bottom.
It’s busy, lively, and full of that “Toronto winter community” energy.
Withrow Park
Shorter hills, gentler slopes, and fewer surprise launches into orbit. Withrow Park is great for younger kids or anyone who prefers controlled fun over accidental flight.
Think joy, not chaos.
High Park (Dog Hill area)
High Park delivers variety. You’ll find mellow runs and more daring slopes depending on where you start. It’s also beautifully scenic, which somehow makes the cold more tolerable.
Just keep an eye out for walkers and wildlife—Toronto nature does not always respect sledding lanes.
Cedarvale Park
Stretching between Eglinton West and St. Clair, Cedarvale offers long, rolling hills that feel like a proper winter escape without leaving the city. Less crowded than some downtown spots, it’s a solid choice if you prefer more space and fewer sled traffic jams.
A few safety notes (because gravity is undefeated)
Wear a helmet if you have one, especially for steep hills. Avoid icy patches, trees, and paths used by pedestrians. And yes, adults absolutely count as “allowed” to toboggan—don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
Final slide
Toronto winters can be long, but tobogganing makes them memorable. Whether you’re chasing speed, laughs, or just an excuse to leave the house, these hills prove that winter fun doesn’t require a plane ticket—just a sled and a willingness to climb back up.
