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Milliken Park is a large community park in north Scarborough with walking areas, open space, and family-friendly recreation. It supports neighbourhood-level discovery.
Our Story
Milliken Park is a large community park in north Scarborough with walking areas, open space, and family-friendly recreation. It supports neighbourhood-level discovery.
Amenities & Features
Live Intelligence
AI-gathered from public sources · Updated Jun 24
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Why People Love It
- ♥ The diverse wildlife, especially the resident trumpeter swans and turtles in the central pond
- ♥ Beautifully maintained Japanese and community gardens providing a peaceful escape
- ♥ Recent upgrades to the playground equipment and the addition of outdoor fitness stations
- ♥ Spacious gazebos and picnic shelters perfect for large family gatherings
- ♥ Extensive paved trails that are easy to navigate for strollers and wheelchairs
Upcoming Events
A traditional annual celebration featuring a large fireworks display to celebrate Canada Day.
Get TicketsA cultural festival held at Milliken Park featuring a chariot parade and community festivities.
A free running training session starting from the nearby Goldhawk Park Library (295 Alton Towers Cir) adjacent to the park.
Upcoming Features & Improvements
Cricket Pitch and Batting Cages Construction
City Council approved a capital budget increase for 2025-2026 to construct a new cricket pitch and batting cages at Milliken Park, funded by an in-kind donation from the Scarborough Cricket Association.
Source: City of Toronto
Outdoor Fitness Equipment Addition
New outdoor fitness equipment stations were installed north of the central playground as part of the 2024 park enhancement project.
Source: City of Toronto Parks, Forestry & Recreation
Known For
Accessibility
The park features accessible paved trails suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. Milliken Park Community Recreation Centre provides accessible washrooms, a barrier-free shower, and a powered exterior door at the main entrance. Wheel-Trans drop-off/pick-up is available close to the entrance.
Parking
Free parking is available at two main locations: the Steeles Avenue East entrance (5555 Steeles Ave E) and at the Milliken Park Community Recreation Centre (4325 McCowan Rd). The recreation centre includes 3 designated free accessible parking spots.
Transit
Accessible via TTC bus routes along Steeles Avenue East and McCowan Road. The nearest train station is Milliken GO Station (Stouffville line), located approximately a 10-15 minute walk from the park.
Seasonal Note
Splash pads typically operate daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM between mid-May (May 16th) and mid-September. The park's toboggan hill is a popular destination for winter recreation, and trails are used for snowshoeing in winter months.
Why Excitorama Recommends This
Recommended for users looking for park experiences in Scarborough, especially for family friendly, group activity, outdoor recommendations.
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Address
5555 Steeles Ave E, Toronto, ON M1V 5P6
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