Mahim Nature Park Mumbai

Nature
Mahim Nature Park

About

A 37-acre urban forest and wetland in the heart of Mumbai, Mahim Nature Park is a biodiversity hotspot home to over 100 bird species, butterflies, and small mammals.

Basic Information

Timings

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)

Entry Fee

Rs 20

Best Time to Visit

November to February

Place Type

Nature

How to Reach

Walk from Mahim station (WR). Near Dharavi.

By Metro:

The nearest metro station is Dharavi (0.8 km away) on the Line 3.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Mahim Junction (1.1 km away) on the Western Line, Harbour Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of Mahim Nature Park

Dharavi
Line 3
0.8 km
1.7 km
Dadar
Line 3
2.6 km
3.3 km
4.0 km
4.0 km
Worli
Line 3
4.2 km

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of Mahim Nature Park

Western Line
Harbour Line
1.1 km
Central Line
1.4 km
Central Line
1.5 km
Western Line
1.5 km
Harbour Line
1.7 km
Bandra
Fast
Western Line
Harbour Line
1.9 km
Dadar
Fast
Western Line
Central Line
2.6 km

History

Developed in 1994 on a former garbage dump, Mahim Nature Park is a remarkable example of ecological restoration. What was once a waste dump is now a thriving urban ecosystem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Information

Opening Hours

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)

Entry Fee

Rs 20

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

November to February

How to Reach

Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride

Location on Map
Activities
Sightseeing
Photography
Interesting Facts

Over 100 species of birds have been spotted here

It was created by converting a garbage dump into a nature reserve

The park has its own butterfly garden and mangrove patch

Travel Tips

Morning visits are best for bird watching

Carry binoculars for bird spotting

The nature trail takes about 1-2 hours to complete