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Private Rattray Marsh Nature Escape

A private 6-hour outing to Rattray Marsh Conservation Area, a wetland on Mississauga's Lake Ontario shoreline.

  • 6 hrs
  • Private tour
  • From C$2,374 for the group
Private Rattray Marsh Nature Escape
Private Rattray Marsh Nature Escape
Private Rattray Marsh Nature Escape
Private Rattray Marsh Nature Escape
Private Rattray Marsh Nature Escape

Illustrative destination photos. Optional extras shown are not included unless listed below.

Duration6 hrs
TypePrivate
Group size1-56
PriceC$2,374

Overview

Rattray Marsh is a protected wetland on Mississauga's Lake Ontario shore, cared for by Credit Valley Conservation. We meet your group at Jack Darling Memorial Park and walk the raised boardwalks that let wildlife pass underneath.

The trails are short, easy and stroller friendly, with old-growth forest on Sheridan Creek Trail and a marsh lookout on the Knoll Trail. Herons, deer and foxes live here, though we can never promise a sighting.

Highlights

  • Private outing for your group only
  • Raised boardwalks over the marsh
  • Sheridan Creek Trail through old-growth forest
  • Knoll Trail lookout over the wetland
  • More than 200 bird species recorded here
  • Free entry, stroller-friendly trails

Itinerary

Times and order are approximate and depend on traffic, weather and your group.

  • 1StartWe meet at Jack Darling Memorial Park, 1180 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga.
  • 2On footWe enter the conservation area, which has five short trails totalling 3.0 km.
  • 3StopWe walk the marsh boardwalks.
  • 4StopWe follow Sheridan Creek Trail through old-growth forest and wildflowers.
  • 5StopWe finish the loop at the Knoll Trail lookout over the marsh.
  • 6FinishWe end the outing; route and timing are confirmed by email.

Meeting point and pickup

We meet at Jack Darling Memorial Park, 1180 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, and email you the exact spot and start time. Parking is only in the park lot and pickup from Toronto is not included, so ask us if you need a ride.

What is included

Included

  • Private 6-hour outing for your group only
  • Visit to Rattray Marsh with the listed stops
  • Meeting spot and start time confirmed by email
  • Entry to the conservation area (free)

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Meals and snacks
  • Time beyond 6 hours
  • Transport to the meeting point (not stated as included)

What to bring

  • Shoes with good grip
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Water
  • Snacks

Questions about this tour

What fills the six hours?

The detailed plan is confirmed by email. The five trails themselves take about 65 minutes to walk.

Is entry free?

Yes, the conservation area is free and open daily from after sunrise to before sunset.

Where do we park?

Only in the Jack Darling Memorial Park lot, which also has washrooms. Street parking is not allowed.

Will we have the trails to ourselves?

The tour is private, but the marsh is a public area, so you may share trails with other visitors.

Is wildlife guaranteed?

No. Herons, rabbits, beavers, deer and foxes live here, but sightings are never guaranteed.

Can we go in winter?

There is no winter closure, but check park advisories first and take care, as boardwalks get slippery.

Can we bring dogs or drones?

Dogs must be on a leash of six feet or less, and drones and alcohol are not allowed. Ask us whether pets can join the tour.

How do I book?

Pick your date and number of guests in the booking box and send the request. We check with our local partners and email you within 24 hours to confirm, with a secure payment link. You pay nothing until you approve it.

Cancellation and payment

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour date; cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded. You pay only after you approve your quote, by secure online payment. Read the full policies.

Accessibility

All five trails are stroller friendly, and the Knoll Trail boardwalk was rebuilt to accessibility standards (about 2.0 m wide, max 6.9% grade). Wheelchair access and accessible vehicles are not addressed.

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