Markham, Rouge River valley off McCowan Road
Milne Dam Conservation Park
I come out here for the wide water and the meadow grass, thick woods on the far bank and an old dam at the end of the trail.
Ideal if
"You want wide river light, meadow grass and deep woods in one quiet park, and you do not mind driving out to Markham for an afternoon with me."
Shooting here with me
Pre-wedding sessions from $351.25 → Wedding photography from $1,401.25 →
The Essentials
What to know before the shoot.
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Walking
Low-Medium
Flat gravel and grass paths from the lots. The dam is about 1.5 km east, roughly 30 to 45 minutes on foot.
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Permits
No photography permit is sold for Milne Dam
The 1992 Markham parks bylaw requires a Town permit for wedding photography in any park, but the City sells permits for only seven other locations. Vehicle admission is charged per vehicle on weekends and statutory holidays, and is free on weekdays.
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Parking
Free lots at 8251 McCowan Road
through a front gate. Open seasonally, roughly mid May to mid October, 9 AM to dusk on weekdays. Weekends and statutory holidays cost about $12 to $12.50 per vehicle, charged per vehicle so two cars pay twice. Weekdays are free. Credit or debit only, no cash.
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Travel
40 to 60 min from downtown
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Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Photograph here
Want photos at Milne Dam Conservation Park?
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Frequently Asked
Shooting at Milne Dam Conservation Park.
Do I need a permit to photograph at Milne Dam Conservation Park?
No photography permit is sold for Milne Dam. The 1992 Markham parks bylaw requires a Town permit for wedding photography in any park, but the City sells permits for only seven other locations. Vehicle admission is charged per vehicle on weekends and statutory holidays, and is free on weekdays.
Where do we park at Milne Dam Conservation Park?
Free lots at 8251 McCowan Road, through a front gate. Open seasonally, roughly mid May to mid October, 9 AM to dusk on weekdays. Weekends and statutory holidays cost about $12 to $12.50 per vehicle, charged per vehicle so two cars pay twice. Weekdays are free. Credit or debit only, no cash.
How much walking is involved at Milne Dam Conservation Park?
Walking is low-medium. Flat gravel and grass paths from the lots. The dam is about 1.5 km east, roughly 30 to 45 minutes on foot.
When is the best time of year for photos at Milne Dam Conservation Park?
Milne Dam Conservation Park is at its best in Spring, Summer, and Fall.
How far is Milne Dam Conservation Park from downtown Toronto?
Milne Dam Conservation Park is about 40 to 60 min from downtown Toronto.
Ready?
Let's shoot at Milne Dam Conservation Park.
Let's talk about your vision and map the perfect session.