Stay up-to-date with the Latest Park Advisories
We provide regular updates about park conditions. Review this page before your visit for the latest updates. For more information, review our visitor rules.
Open during operating hours
Fountain Maintenance
- The fountain will be shut down for maintenance on Wednesday July 16, 2025.
Reservations are available
- Reservations can be made here.
- No same day reservations. Drive-in spots are available on a first come first serve basis when space allows.
Open during operating hours
Trail Status
- While construction of the linear works for the Erin Wastewater System Project and restoration is ongoing, the trail will be closed to the public. Sections of the trail are now closed until approximately September 2027. The CVC-owned portion of the ECT between 6th Line and Trafalgar Road in Hillsburgh and the portion between 10th Line, Erin Village to Cataract Road, Town of Caledon will remain open during construction. For more information on project timelines and construction updates, visit the Town of Erin’s Wastewater System Project webpage at erinwastewater.ca.
Open during operating hours
Lake Conditions
- Calm conditions, all watercraft permitted. Green Flag.
Sales and Rentals
- Fishing rod rentals are available.
- Fat tire bike rentals are not available.
- Stand-up paddleboard rentals are available when conditions permit. Online reservations can be made here.
- Canoe and kayak rentals are available when conditions permit. Online reservations can be made here
- Electric boat rentals are no longer offered as a service at Island Lake Conservation Area. We are always reviewing and adjusting our services. Increased fluctuations in water levels are affecting our ability to ensure a high-quality and safe experience for visitors.
- Minnows are not available in the summer season.
- Worms are available for sale by the dozen.
Activities
- Fishing from watercraft on the lake and shoreline fishing permitted from the southern shore; no fishing is permitted from any bridges, dams or from the Crane Gathering Site pier. Live bait from outside the conservation area is not permitted.
- Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, Sunfish, Northern Pike and Bass are in season.
- Picnic sites are available to rent online here or by calling 1-800-367-0890 ext. 7 between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Trail Status
- Trail conditions are dry. Proper footwear is recommended.
Snapping Turtle Nesting Season
- It is currently snapping turtle nesting season. Turtles will be active near trails and roadways. Please give the turtles lots of space while they are laying their eggs.
Please Stay Off Seeded Areas
- There are some fenced off areas near the picnic spaces by parking lot P4. Please stay out of the fenced areas. This area has been seeded and should not be disturbed.
Tales on the Trail
- “Good Morning, Canada” by Andrea Lynn Beck is currently on display.
Bass Derby Leaderboard
Adult Category – Sunday July 13 at 12:30 p.m.
1st Place Bass
- Mike McKenzie. Weight 4.95 lbs, Length 51.4 cm, Score 56.35
2nd Place Bass
- Mike Degier. Weight 5.29 lbs, Length 51.0 cm, Score 56.29
3nd Place Bass
- Tom Roberts. Weight 4.67 lbs, Length 51 cm, Score 55.67
4th Place Bass
- Hugo Medeirod. Weight 4.13 lbs, Length 49.6 cm, Score 53.73
5th Place Bass
- Adrian Lukasik. Weight 4.68 lbs, Length 48.7 cm, Score 53.38
6th Place
- Brianna Morgan. Weight 3.10 lbs, Length 48.7 cm, Score 53.20
7th Place Bass
- Ross Clarke. Weight 4.1 lbs, Length 49 cm, Score 53.10
8th Place Bass
- Paul Dipassio. Weight 3.97 lbs, Length 48.4 cm, Score 52.37
9th Place Bass
- Dominik Chojnowski. Weight 3.52 lbs, Length 48.5 cm, Score 52.02
10th Place Bass
- Matthew LeBlanc. Weight 4.19 lbs, Length 47.5 cm, Score 51.69
1st Place Northern Pike
- Paul Oruck. Weight 6.57 lbs, Length 80.8 cm, Score 87.37
1st Place Black Crappie
- Michael Bertrand. Weight 0.96 lbs, Length 30.5 cm, Score 31.46
1st Place Yellow Perch
- Marina Burke. Weight 0.37 lbs, Length 24.6 cm, Score 24.97
Youth Category – Saturday July 12: Final Results
Bass
- Mason S. Weight 3.17 lbs, Length 45.7 cm, Score 48.87
Northern Pike
- Christian D. Weight 1.91 lbs, Length 54.5 cm, Score 56.41
Black Crappie
- Evelyn K. Weight 0.31 lbs, Length 17.7 cm, Score 18.01
Yellow Perch
- Benjamin M. Weight 0.15 lbs, Length 18.1 cm, Score 18.25
Pumpkinseed
- Josie B. Weight 0.55 lbs, Length 20.9 cm, Score 21.45
Rock Bass
- Harrison F. Weight 0.34 lbs, Length 19.5 cm, Score 19.84
Bluegill
- Jovin D. Weight 0.37 lbs, Length 19.9 cm, Score 20.27
Youth Category – Sunday July 13: 12:30 p.m.
Bass
- Harrison F. Weight 2.3 lbs, Length 40.5 cm, Score 42.80
Northern Pike
- Josie B. Weight 2.51 lbs, Length 61.5 cm, Score 64.01
Black Crappie
- Kaden M. Weight 0.40 lbs, Length 24.2, Score 24.6
Yellow Perch
- Weston K. Weight 0.06 lbs, Length 17.5 cm, Score 17.56
Pumpkinseed
- Asher Weight 0.69 lbs, Length 23.8cm, Score 24.49
Rock Bass
- Adrian D. Weight 0.08 lbs, Length 13.3 cm, Score 13.38
Bluegill
- Logan O. Weight 0.31 lbs, Length 18.8 cm, Score 19.11
Open during operating hours
Lake Conditions
- Green Flag, calm conditions. All watercraft permitted.
Sales and Rentals
- Canoe and kayak rentals are available. Online reservations can be made here.
- Worms are available for sale.
- Visitors can purchase general admission tickets online here.
- To purchase a ticket, login or create a Credit Valley Parks account. Once logged in, choose Admission from the menu at the top of the page and choose the park you wish to visit.
Activities
- Fishing is open. Live bait from outside the conservation area is not permitted.
- Trout, Sunfish, Northern Pike and Bass are in season.
Snapping Turtle Nesting Season
- It is currently snapping turtle nesting season. Turtles will be active near trails and roadways. Please give the turtles lots of space while they are laying their eggs.
Caledon Trailway access closed from May 14 to September 2, 2025
- The Caledon Trailway access at Ken Whillans CA will be closed from May 14th to September 2nd, 2025. Follow the link for project details and contact information.
Caledon Trailway Pedestrian Bridge Rehabilitation Project Information
Last updated on Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Open during operating hours
Park Status
- Please consider visiting on weekdays or early mornings/late afternoons on weekends and holidays.Â
- Please stay off the arch at the mill ruins; the infrastructure is not suitable or safe for people to stand on.
Open during operating hours
Special Events
- Marvels of the Marsh:
Trail Status
- Region of Peel construction work on the new pump station at the Silver Birch entrance is currently underway. The trail access from Silver Birch (Station 15 on the map) is closed to the public. Please use an alternate access to the conservation area. For inquiries about this project, please contact the Region of Peel at [email protected].
See Frequently Asked Questions About Rattray Marsh
Last updated on Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Open during operating hours
Parking may not be available during peak visitation. Avoid visiting on weekends from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Last updated on Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Open during operating hours
Trail Closure
- The Wetland Trail will be closed from July 14th-18th between Stations 2-3 and from station 3 to the intersection at the boardwalk crossing the wetland. Access to the rest of the trail from station 3 is available.
- The full storybook for Tales on the Trail will not be available during that time.
Bear Sighting in Area
- Conservation area staff have received reports of a black bear sighting near Terra Cotta CA on the Caledon Trailway.
- Visitors are reminded to stay on trail and keep dogs on leash.
- For more information on bear safety, please visit the Ministry of Natural Resources Bear Wise Program
Trail Status
- Trail conditions are dry with damp areas. Proper footwear is recommended.
Snapping Turtle Nesting Season
- It is currently snapping turtle nesting season. Turtles will be active near trails and roadways. Please give the turtles lots of space while they are laying their eggs.
Tales on the Trail
- ‘Fox and Squirrel Make a Friend’ by Ruth Ohi is currently on display.
Open during operating hours
Dogs off leash reminder
- Keep all dogs on leash while visiting.
Trail Closure at Upper Credit CA – Orangeville location
- A new pedestrian bridge is being constructed over the Credit River, north of the Thomas Lockyer bridge on Dufferin County Road 109. A section of trail on the east and west sides of the river will be closed July to November 2025 to facilitate construction. Access to the river at that location will be blocked.
