Heart Lake Conservation Area

Heart Lake Conservation Area is a protected space covering 169 hectares that encompasses a lake, wetland areas, and forest sections. The site also contains the source springs of Spring Creek within the Etobicoke Creek watershed system.

The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority created this protected area to preserve natural resources and ecological functions in the Etobicoke Creek watershed. This effort formed part of broader initiatives to safeguard regional ecosystems from development.

The Medicine Wheel Garden, designed with the guidance of an Anishnawbe Nation elder, serves as a gathering space that reflects Indigenous perspectives on land and community. It functions as a place where visitors can learn about the relationship between the natural world and cultural practices.

The site offers five interconnected hiking trails covering roughly 11 kilometers, including the Peel Trail and Heart Lake-Esker Trail. The trails feature varying difficulty levels suited to different fitness levels and available time.

The lake receives regular stocking of rainbow trout from the Glen Haffy Conservation Area Fish Hatchery, maintaining a thriving fish population. This ongoing practice makes the water a popular spot for fishing and wildlife observation.

Location: Regional Municipality of Peel

Website: https://trca.ca/parks/heart-lake-conservation-area

GPS coordinates: 43.74200,-79.79500

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05