Toronto, Don Valley north of Leaside
Sunnybrook Park
Horses in the paddocks, wide meadows on the Don flats, and old trees along the river, with almost no city in view.
Ideal if
"You want horses, open meadow, and big shade trees instead of city backdrops, and you can shoot on a quiet weekday evening."
Shooting here with me
Pre-wedding sessions from $351.25 → Wedding photography from $1,401.25 →
The Essentials
What to know before the shoot.
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Walking
Medium
Flat meadow and river paths, with stairs from the lower lots up to the sports field plateau.
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Permits
The City publishes no photography fee for Sunnybrook
It is not on the 14 site wedding photography list, so Park Bookings quotes it under the all outdoor park locations rate. Commercial bookings need $2,000,000 liability insurance naming the City plus a location map. Drones need a permit.
How to book it
- Create the City booking account with both your names on it, yours and your partner's.
- Call 416-396-7378. Press 2 for Park Bookings. Give the park, the date, your two hour window and your headcount, and pay by card on the call. I tell you what to ask for. The City line is open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sign and return the emailed confirmation the same day, and bring it with you on the day.
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Parking
City lots along the park road off Leslie Street
The City does not post paid parking for them, though signage can change. They fill by mid morning on warm weekends when cricket, rugby and field hockey leagues use the fields. The paid lots at Sunnybrook hospital off Bayview are a separate property.
- 04
Travel
25 to 35 min from downtown
- 05
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
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Frequently Asked
Shooting at Sunnybrook Park.
Do I need a permit to photograph at Sunnybrook Park?
The City publishes no photography fee for Sunnybrook. It is not on the 14 site wedding photography list, so Park Bookings quotes it under the all outdoor park locations rate. Commercial bookings need $2,000,000 liability insurance naming the City plus a location map. Drones need a permit. To book it, create a City of Toronto booking account with both your names on it, then call Client Services, Park Bookings at 416-396-7378 and press 2.
Where do we park at Sunnybrook Park?
City lots along the park road off Leslie Street. The City does not post paid parking for them, though signage can change. They fill by mid morning on warm weekends when cricket, rugby and field hockey leagues use the fields. The paid lots at Sunnybrook hospital off Bayview are a separate property.
How much walking is involved at Sunnybrook Park?
Walking is medium. Flat meadow and river paths, with stairs from the lower lots up to the sports field plateau.
When is the best time of year for photos at Sunnybrook Park?
Sunnybrook Park is at its best in Spring, Summer, and Fall.
How far is Sunnybrook Park from downtown Toronto?
Sunnybrook Park is about 25 to 35 min from downtown Toronto.
Ready?
Let's shoot at Sunnybrook Park.
Let's talk about your vision and map the perfect session.