Clarkson, Mississauga
Rattray Marsh Conservation Area
Boardwalk winding through open marsh, then a shingle beach where Lake Ontario opens up. The most untouched shoreline I shoot in the GTA.
Ideal if
"You want wild water and wetland instead of a manicured garden, and you do not mind the walk in. I book it for slow, unhurried sessions."
The Essentials
What to know before the shoot.
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Walking
Medium
Flat boardwalk and level trail, but roughly 1 km each way from the Jack Darling lot.
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Permits
Credit Valley Conservation requires a permit for professional photography and videography at its parks
No CVC page names Rattray Marsh in that rule, so confirm by phone before booking. Park admission here is free. Drones are not permitted on CVC property.
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Parking
No onsite parking
CVC directs visitors to Jack Darling Memorial Park, 1180 Lakeshore Rd West, then a walk of roughly 1 km to the boardwalk. Public listings show five free lots, though the City publishes no rates, so check posted signs. Parking is not permitted on surrounding streets.
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Travel
35 to 45 min from downtown
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Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
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Frequently Asked
Shooting at Rattray Marsh Conservation Area.
Do I need a permit to photograph at Rattray Marsh Conservation Area?
Credit Valley Conservation requires a permit for professional photography and videography at its parks. No CVC page names Rattray Marsh in that rule, so confirm by phone before booking. Park admission here is free. Drones are not permitted on CVC property.
Where do we park at Rattray Marsh Conservation Area?
No onsite parking. CVC directs visitors to Jack Darling Memorial Park, 1180 Lakeshore Rd West, then a walk of roughly 1 km to the boardwalk. Public listings show five free lots, though the City publishes no rates, so check posted signs. Parking is not permitted on surrounding streets.
How much walking is involved at Rattray Marsh Conservation Area?
Walking is medium. Flat boardwalk and level trail, but roughly 1 km each way from the Jack Darling lot.
When is the best time of year for photos at Rattray Marsh Conservation Area?
Rattray Marsh Conservation Area is at its best in Spring, Summer, and Fall.
How far is Rattray Marsh Conservation Area from downtown Toronto?
Rattray Marsh Conservation Area is about 35 to 45 min from downtown Toronto.
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