Fishing in Milne Dam Conservation Park

Urban fishing is a popular recreation activity in the Rouge River in the Milne Dam Conservation Park.

A MNR fishing permit is required and available at Canadian Tire stores or bait shops.

Milne Dam Conservation Park is Markham's largest park of 123 hectare or 305 acre with the Rouge River flowing in the middle and surrounded with a lush forest on the southern and eastern edges.

It is located on the east side of McCowan Road, just south of Highway 7.

It is open seasonally and for vehicles from 8 a.m. to dusk from Victoria Day (May 22) to Thanksgiving Day (October 9).

Admission is free during the week.

There is a $5 parking fee on weekends & statutory holidays.