Heart Lake Conservation Park is a zip line, pool, splash pad, forest trail and fishing day out in north Brampton. Here are the 2026 hours, vehicle fees and tips for visiting.
Heart Lake is the closest thing Brampton has to a cottage day. The park sits on the city’s north edge, off Heart Lake Road above Sandalwood Parkway. It wraps around a spring-fed kettle lake left behind by retreating glaciers, with forest, meadows and wetlands around it. Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) runs the park. It’s seasonal, so check the dates below before you go.
Things to do at Heart Lake
- Treetop Trekking: a zip line and aerial game park with 8 courses, 10 zip lines and more than 75 obstacles. The headline ride is a pair of 1,000-foot zip lines that cross straight over the lake. Book ahead; age, height and weight limits apply.
- Pool and splash pad: an accessible outdoor pool with a beach-style entry, plus a wetland-themed splash pad with 30+ water features. It runs from late June to early September.
- Hiking: trails climb forested ridges, cross meadows and follow a boardwalk past marshes. Download the trail map before you go.
- Paddling and fishing: kayaks and fishing rowboats are available to rent from late May to the end of September. New anglers can book TRCA’s two-hour Learn to Fish program.
- Picnics: 10 picnic sites take everything from a family lunch to a large group booking.
- Quiet corners: visit the Medicine Wheel Garden (Gitigaan Mashkiki), created with Indigenous partners and opened in 2010. You can also try the outdoor fitness stations or the TreeCaching self-guided tree tour.
Plan your visit
| Address | 10818 Heart Lake Rd, Brampton, ON L6Z 0B3 |
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| 2026 season | Daily May 2 to Sept 13; weekends only Sept 19 to Nov 1; closed November to April |
| Hours | June to August 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; October weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; last entry 1 hour before close |
| Admission | $26.20 + HST per passenger vehicle (1 to 7 people); $47.75 + HST for vans with 8+ people |
| Pool | $5.30 + HST per person aged 2+, on top of park admission |
| Payment | Cashless: bring a card |
| Dogs | Allowed on a leash up to 2 m; not allowed in the pool area |
| Accessibility | Accessible washroom, barrier-free splash pad, beach-entry pool, accessible parking |
Tips for visiting
- Carpool. Admission is charged per vehicle, so a full car of seven costs the same as one person driving alone.
- Go early on hot weekends. The pool and splash pad fill up fast in July and August.
- Consider a TRCA family membership if you plan several visits a year. It covers general admission at TRCA parks.
- Fall is underrated. October weekends bring colour on the ridges and far fewer people. The park closes for the season on Nov 1.
Frequently asked questions
Is Heart Lake open in winter?
No. The park is closed from November through April.
How much does it cost to get into Heart Lake?
In 2026 it’s $26.20 + HST per car carrying 1 to 7 people. The pool costs $5.30 + HST per person extra.
Can you swim in Heart Lake itself?
Swimming at Heart Lake happens in the pool and splash pad. The lake itself is used for kayaking, rowboats and fishing.
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Official information
TRCA: Heart Lake Conservation Park. Hours and prices can change, so confirm before you go.
Updated October 2026