The lake is a 'kettle lake,' created by a retreating glacier block that left a depression in the landscape.
The park contains a 10-acre wetland complex that acts as a natural water filtration system for the local watershed.
Treetop Trekking at this location operates one of the highest zip-line courses in the Greater Toronto Area.
The park is situated along the Etobicoke Creek headwaters.
The on-site swimming pool is known for being a rare outdoor, concrete-bottom facility in a natural conservation setting.
Heart Lake Conservation Park features a 41-acre lake surrounded by kettle wetlands formed during the last glacial period. The area serves as a primary outdoor recreation hub in Brampton, managed by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA). Visitors access a Treetop Trekking aerial course featuring zip-lines and canopy obstacle bridges. Hiking trails span the shoreline and lead into the surrounding woodland areas. The park provides dedicated spaces for group picnics and seasonal swimming in a designated pool area. Fishing is permitted in the lake, which is regularly stocked with trout during spring and autumn. The diverse ecosystem supports various migratory birds and native wetland plant species.
The wooden boardwalk that stretches directly over the wetland section of the lake.
Book your Treetop Trekking aerial session well in advance as weekend slots fill up quickly.
Carry insect repellent if visiting during the spring or early summer months, particularly near the wetlands.
Check the official TRCA website for real-time park capacity status before driving, as entry may be restricted on busy summer days.
Do not attempt to swim in the main lake, as swimming is restricted to the designated pool area only.
The Treetop Trekking course and swimming pool are seasonal and typically closed during the winter months.
Maintain noise levels to minimize disturbance to local wildlife; stay on marked trails to protect sensitive wetland vegetation.
