Rattray Marsh Conservation Area, Mississauga: Photos, Reviews & Location

Tranquil natural area on Lake Ontario featuring walking trails, boardwalks & birdlife.

At a glance

#6 of 36 Tourist attractions in Mississauga #3 of 66 Parks in Mississauga

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.70

8.2 km from the center of Mississauga

Rating breakdown

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What reviewers talk about

Share of 16 recent reviews that mention each topic.

View31%
Price & value19%
Waiting & crowds13%
Cleanliness13%
Atmosphere6%

1180 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, ON L5H 1A1, Canada

cvc.ca

+1 800-367-0890

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Rattray Marsh Conservation Area?: Rattray Marsh Conservation Area is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 4,004 reviews.
How does Rattray Marsh Conservation Area rank in Mississauga?: Rattray Marsh Conservation Area is #6 of 36 Tourist attractions in Mississauga by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Rattray Marsh Conservation Area located?: 1180 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, ON L5H 1A1, Canada — 8.2 km from the center of Mississauga.
What do visitors mention most about Rattray Marsh Conservation Area?: Most often: view, price & value, waiting & crowds (from 16 recent reviews).
How can I contact Rattray Marsh Conservation Area?: Phone: +1 800-367-0890 · Website: cvc.ca

Reviews (16)

Darshanie Mahadeo 2024 Aug 29

Don't follow the Google Maps for this one. You'll need to go to Jack Darling park to get parking. Park all the way down to the end and then start walking on the path heading west. You'll see signs telling you where the Marsh is. Loved the long boardwalk. Also loved that you get to walk alongside the lake before you get to the boardwalk path. Nice, cool experience with all the trees.

Ana Correia 2024 Aug 29

Great place to go for a walk with kids and dogs. Boardwalk, very well maintained, and beautiful trails to observe nature and take pictures. We usually park at Jack Darling parking lot and go from there. Stop by the pebble beach near the marsh to see the lake, very quiet and not busy at all. Recommend using some bug repelent because of the mosquitos.

Simone Ramgeet 2024 Aug 27

Very accessible conservation area. Great for the whole family. The boardwalk spans a vast area with lots of turns. There are benches throughout the trail. A great hiking trail for those on wheels. There are washrooms at the park next to the trail. The marsh is full of life and the area is very quiet and serene. A very lovely space.

Jen Hodge 2024 Aug 23

Meticulously well-kept and flat hiking trail, which loops around a marsh. The path leads through a forest and there are a few exit points - trail is well-marked. Park at Jack Darling and walk along the waterfront. I saw bunnies, chipmunks, squirrels and various birds. Boardwalk is wonderful and accessible for wheelchairs. Lots of rest stations. Enjoy views of Lake Ontario and Toronto skyline. Water is clean enough to swim.
Check out the Credit Valley Conservation site for details and events. From the website: Explore the last remaining lakefront marsh of its kind between Toronto and Burlington.
This environmental gem along Mississauga’s Lake Ontario shoreline features a shale beach and pedestrian boardwalk overlooking a natural wetland. This park is a unique experience for nature lovers and is a must-see for avid birdwatchers.
Discover wildlife including herons, rabbits, beavers, deer, foxes and more.

Lesa Unica 2024 Aug 03

Beautiful conservation area in Mississauga, visited on Friday at 11 am. Parked at Green Glade Public School and walked to the conservation area. The trails are nice, especially the boardwalk.
Beautiful scenery. We really enjoyed our time here, perfect for nature lovers.
Would love to visit again.

Jack Darling Park is also close by.

Peter Ng 2024 Jun 09

I came by with my family today under the recommendation by other Google user that this boardwalk is one of the longest within the GTA region. We started out around 3 o’clock and the weather was so nice. There was wind and clouds and the sun wasn’t too bright on us.
I read that there is no parking lot for this conservation area and people usually park at the Jack Darling Memorial Park parking lot. However, if you come over the weekends, you may find these parking lots jammed with cars and people all there for the beach front and BBQ.
If you’re only here for trail walking you can choose to park at the Green Glade Sr Public School on the other side of the path, which is much less stress and the entrance to the conservation park is right there opposite to the school.
We quickly found the boardwalk, which was very clean and well-maintained. It was such a pleasant walk because of the weather and the way the trails are nicely built with wide walkways and boardwalk built over the watery wetland. We saw lots of people walking the dogs. We saw different kinds of birds. Some of them were taking a nice bath in a river and we said hi to many squirrels and chipmunks along the way. Some reviewer said they have met deer or coyote or the kind of animals in this park but we didn’t see any perhaps because is during the daytime. If you like boardwalk you should really come and try it out at the Rattray Marsh Conservation Park!

S A 2024 May 31

This Rattray Marsh Conservation area is a hidden gem. I wish I could find it earlier. A very good place to go for a short or long walk. It is a cool place to picnic and barbecue since the Jack Darling park is near by. The sceneries here are perfect. A lot of benches to sit and rest and the park is beautifully maintained. 💕

Michael Camara 2024 May 15

I had a lovely experience at Rattray Marsh Conservation Area, as it had all of the elements that I needed for my photography. It was local. There was bird life. There are endless trails that you can do on a warm afternoon. The pathways are scenic and did I mention all of the natural elements involved.

It was a bit chilly in March but definitely worth the go at any time of the year.

Nafiz Imtiaz 2023 Nov 26

Beautiful board walk, visited during early October when there was nice fall colors. Did the trail, probably around 1-1.5 hours worth of walk. Recommended

Aaran Vive 2023 Nov 20

Well maintained trail with lots of trail markers and info. Enjoyable walk and hike depending on the paths that one takes. The board walks are safe and have lots of room for busier days. It’s a good spot to go for a walk and get some air. Parking is only in Jack Darling Park but the walk over to the conservation area is fairly quick from the park.

Storm Bero 2023 Nov 13

Beautiful place to go for a walk. Nice little nature retreat right in Mississauga. It is a conservation area though so please be respectful and follow the rules posted on the boards.

Domenica Ganguli 2023 Sep 27

We parked at Jack Darling Park, walked along the shoreline path to the Rattray Marsh. A well kept boardwalk through the marsh, easily walkable with plenty of birds, bees and fall colours just starting to emerge. Some shade provided by the tall canopy. Benches are available to take a rest and admire the scenery. A little gem.

Cheryl Chen 2023 Sep 24

Pretty conservation area, quite busy, not big, but i can easily spend 2+hours here in a relaxed pace and sit on the beach watching waves and the toronto skyline. Nice long boardwalks, well maintained. The marsh offers great place to watch for birds and other wildlife.

I parked at the free parking lot at Jack Darling Memorial Park, and walked here in around 10min.

Bruce Lewin 2023 Sep 02

Wonderful place to walk. Great pathways and boardwalks. It changes every week. If you’re lucky you might spot some wildlife too. Extremely well cared for.

Arthur R. Chinnawat 2023 Aug 28

Beautiful lakeside park There is a promenade along the coastline. You can enjoy the beautiful view of the lake. Breathe in fresh air that fills your lungs Listening to the sound of the waves and the wind helps to relax. There is ample free parking. I walked under the shade of a tree. and meditate i feel great if you have free time must visit this place