Humber Bay

A NATURAL OASIS IN THE CITY

Humber Bay Park consists of two areas: Humber Bay Park East and Humber Bay Park West. Both were created in the 1970s and early 1980s when landfill was used to create land stretching into the water around the mouth of Mimico Creek. They make for a great place to feel like you've escaped the city without having to actually go anywhere outside of Toronto.

Humber Bay Park East was opened to the public in 1984 and offer area residents a serene place to walk, bike, picnic or relax by the water. It offers great views of the city skyline and Lake Ontario, pleasant walking trails, and frequent opportunities to spot birds and other wildlife - especially butterflies. That's because the Humber Bay Butterfly Habitat is located within the park. This open outdoor area is designed to support - and thus attract - butterflies and moths in all stages of life. The butterfly habitat consists of large areas planted with native plants including a large swath of wildflowers as well as short prairie grass and other trees and shrubs that support and attract butterflies. You can find what's referred to as the "Home Garden" here, which educates visitors about how they can create a butterfly-friendly environment in their own backyards and gardens. Take a self-guided tour to discover the area for yourself and maybe even snap some butterfly pictures.

Humber Bay Park East is also home to Toronto's Air India Memorial, which was revealed to the public in June 2007 and stands in memory of those who were lost in the 1985 bombing of Air India Flight 182. The main part of the memorial is found just east of the parking lot.

On top of all that, it is also a great spot to watch the sunrise or sunset - so bring your camera.

Humber Bay Park West is a narrow park jutting out into the water of Lake Ontario. It is a lovely place to have a picnic, take a walk or let your dog play in the dog off-leash area. Bikers, joggers, in-line skaters and walkers will love the park's many trails that offer the chance to get some fresh air, exercise and sunshine by the water. It's also an excellent spot for bird watchers hoping to find interesting water fowl and shorebirds. Along the shores of Humber Bay West you'll also spot a wide variety of ducks overwintering in Lake Ontario.

A number of parking lots and paved pathways make this an accessible park.