"0"^^ . "4"^^ . . "0"^^ . "Since becoming a runner, I utilize this trail frequently when I am out for a fitness or training run.\n\nThe pros are:\n- Central to the city and accessible by public transit (Davisville and Eglinton West TTC stations)\n- Flat surface and well travelled (even during the winter - to pack in the snow)\n- Outstanding tree-lined path providing some shade during the hot summer months\n- People are generally courteous and share the path with you (i.e. move out of the way if they are slower than you)\n- Connects to Mount Pleasant Cemetery which is another popular destination for running and walking that has minimal motorized traffic\n- Detours connect to prestigious neighbourhoods such as Forest Hill\n\nUnfortunately, there are some cons:\n- Very busy during peak hours\n- You do have to jaywalk across a couple of busy streets (Avenue and Bathurst) which is another reason to try and avoid peak hours\n- Not all pet owners are responsible as far as cleaning up after them\n\nMy general conclusion would be that for training runs, it's best to go early to avoid the pedestrian traffic and it makes having to jaywalk across the busy streets easier as there would be less car traffic, hence more frequent opportunities to run across the road. During peak hours, it is great for walking the dog or walking with friends and where you can get a bit of shade from the hot sun.\n\n** I work near the trail and use it for my lunch time walks. Sadly, this area was largely affected by the ice storm (see photos). I realize that the priority for the city was to restore electrical power to the neighbourhood residents and then clear the streets of the tree debris. I do hope that the trails and parks do not get ignored and are cleared in time for the spring."^^ . "0"^^ . . "2014-01-08T00:00:00"^^ . .