Let's Explore Richmond Hill - Beaver Woodland

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Here is another suggestion to safely wander the many very nice spaces tucked away in corners of our city. 

Beaver Woodland is tucked behind some very impressive sports fields, at David Hamilton Park. This trail is a nice contrast.

Beaver Woodland

It is very accessible with a wide flat asphalt path. 

There are signs describing the restoration and dealing with the Emerald Ash Borer.  You’ll notice many new trees planted but there is still an impressive diversity of plants.

Beaver Woodland

There are maples, oaks, willow, birch, basswood, sumac, pine, spruce and probably others. 

Beaver Woodland

Fall flowers are seen now.  We’ll need to check in to see which spring and summer plants emerge.

Beaver Woodland purple asters

Beaver Woodland

Although just the rose hips are there now, in the summer we can stop and smell the roses.

Beaver Woodland rosehips

The colours are awesome now.

Beaver Woodland

You’ll see birds, of course.

Beaver Woodland birdbox

Keep an eye out for other creatures.

Beaver Woodland snail

Much of the path is line with old cut logs.  Look closely. There appears to be a secret code!!

Beaver Woodland

Beaver Woodland

There are not benches but a few strategically place rocks, to stop and tie your shoes.

Beaver Woodland

Old stumps are interesting to look at. 

Beaver Woodland

Does this bent tree look like a man leaning over to get a drink of water from a fountain?

Beaver Woodland

There is access to this woodland from 16th Ave near the fire station and another on West Beaver Creek.

Beaver Woodland

Beaver Woodland

You’ll need to look closely for the real  Beaver Creek.  No signs of a beaver, though.



It is not a really long path but the intention should not be to traverse a distance but an opportunity to see what there is to see.

Beaver Woodland

Beaver Woodland

Beaver Woodland

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