Westmount Summit

Westmount Summit is a 201-meter peak in an urban forest with natural walking trails winding through intrusive rock formations. The site offers a mix of open views and wooded areas filled with diverse plant life.

McGill University received the summit land in 1895 through William Christopher Macdonald's donation for an astronomical facility. The City of Westmount purchased the property in 1940 to establish it as a public park.

The City of Westmount purchased Summit Woods from McGill University in 1940 for $300,000, establishing it as a permanent public park spanning 57 acres.

Visitors can access the site through natural walking trails that wind through the forest and are easy to navigate on foot. Dogs must be leashed from April to June to protect nesting birds in the area.

The forest contains over 150 bird species, making it a significant refuge for diverse animal life within the city. Visitors can observe a wide range of birds year-round, particularly during migration seasons.

Location: Westmount

Location: Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce

Elevation above the sea: 201 m

Made from material: intrusive rock

GPS coordinates: 45.49183,-73.60667

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:27