The Best Calgary Dog Parks By Quadrant

Posted by Justin Havre on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 12:30 PM By Justin Havre / February 12, 2019 Comment

The Best Dog Parks in Each Quadrant in Calgary

Soon it will be time for sunshine, iced coffee, and dog walks! But until then it can be difficult to ensure your dog gets the exercise they need when temperatures are -20 and below. But with spring on the horizon, it is time to start getting ready for dog walks and play days, and Calgary dog parks are the place to start! The city is fortunate to have over 150 different dog-friendly parks where pups can frolic off-leash, chase balls, and play with others. Take a look at the many Calgary dog parks located in each neighbourhood and quadrant of the city and plan out some quality time with Fido!

Note: Before letting your dog run free off-leash, be sure to check the designated area for signs indicating that it is an off-leash area. Keep in mind that all designated walking path areas require dogs to be on a leash.

Northwest Calgary Dog Parks

For those living in northwest Calgary there are over 20 distinct dog parks, each offering designated off-leash areas. These parks range from the wide-open hills of Nose Hill Park to secure fenced-in locations like Bowmont Park. Take a look at the following northwest Calgary dog parks in your community:

Beddington Heights

Five separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Bowmont Park

The majority of the park is off-leash near walking paths
Multiple designated parking lot access points
One designated fenced-in area found near Silver Springs Gate parking entrance

Brentwood

Two separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking paths

Cambrian Heights

Two separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Chain link fences only found along 10^th Street area
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Charleswood

Two separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Collingwood

Two separate areas within the community
Multiple designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Dalhousie

Two separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Edgemont

Four separate areas within the community
Designated parking lot access points located just outside of off-leash areas
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Hawkwood

Four separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Hidden Valley

Two separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways
Chain link fences along busy streets for both locations

Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill

No designated parking lot access points

Huntington Hills

Five separate areas within the community
Designated parking lot access points located just outside of 64^th Ave
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

McHugh Bluff

Multiple designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Montgomery

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways
Chain link fences located along Shaganappi Trail

North Haven

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Nose Hill Park

Multiple designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Queens Park Village

Chain Link fence encloses the entire dog park except the south side
One designated parking lot access point

Ranchlands

Three separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways
Chain link fence encloses dog park along John Laurie and Ranchlands Blvd

Rosedale

One designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Sandstone Valley

Three separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Scenic Acres

Two separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points

Silver Springs

Multiple designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

St. Andrew’s Heights

No designated parking lot access points

Thornchliffe

Three separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Tuscany

Two separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Varsity

Two separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

West Hillhurst

No designated parking lot access points

Northwest Calgary for Dog Lovers

The Best North West Calgary Dog Parks

Among the many pet supply stores found throughout the northwest quadrant (such as Pet Planet, PetSmart, Pet Valu, Bon A-Pet-Treat!, and Petland), almost every neighbourhood has access to a pet-grooming service either within the community or within a neighbouring one. Of course, each area contains a number of other dog-focused offerings that have everything you need to keep your dog healthy and happy! For dog boarding and pet-sitting options in the northwest, be sure to check out:

Paskapoo Pet Services (Sage Hill)
Royal Pooch Pet Services (Country Hills)
Wyldewood Dog Boarding (83^rd Street)
Back in the Pack Dog Daycare (68^th Street)

Aside from pet supply and boarding services, there are also dog training locations: Pawsitively Pooched (Northmount), Raising Canine (Crowfoot), Canine Minds and Manners Dog Training (Bowness), Brilliant Best Friends (Westmount), and Happy Tails Dog Training (Scenic Acres). These trainers will take your dog from good to great while also offering you chances to go above and beyond with agility courses or sniffing activities!

Northeast Calgary Dog Parks

For pet owners residing in the Northeast of the city, there are plenty of dog parks, pet stores, and boarding opportunities for your dog. Of the many Calgary dog parks, the northeast holds over 15 different locations in various neighbourhoods, from Marlborough all the way to Crescent Heights. Listed below are the accessible dog parks for your use:

Bridgeland

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Confluence Park (Beddington)

Fenced-in area along the entire dog park
One designated parking lot access point
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Crescent Heights

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Falconridge

Fenced-in along the entire dog park
No designated parking lot access points

Highland Park

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Marlborough

No designated parking lot access points

Marlborough Park

No designated parking lot access points

Martindale

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Mayland Heights

No designated parking lot access points

McCall

Fenced-in along Deerfoot Trail
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Pineridge

No designated parking lot access points

Renfrew

Two separate areas within the community
Designated parking lot access points located just outside of off-leash areas
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Rundle

No designated parking lot access points

Taradale

No designated parking lot access points

Thornchliffe

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Tom Cambell’s Hill

Multiple designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Winston Heights/Mountainview

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Northeast Calgary for Dog Lovers

The Best North East Calgary Dog Parks

Each northeastern neighbourhood has access to a wide selection of pet stores and grooming services, including Rascals Pet Supplies & Grooming (Edmonton Trail), Petland locations, Nose to Tail Grooming Ltd. (Rundlehorn), Pisces Exotica Pet Emporium (near the airport), and of course a number of veterinary/hospital locations. For dog boarding and pet-sitting options in the northeast, be sure to check out:

Sleep Rover Doggie Hotel & Daycare (37^th Ave)
Calgary Dog House (Mt. Pleasant)
Puppy Paradise Grooming & Daycare (Balmoral)
Muttley Crüe (Highland Park)
Dogaholics (near Calgary Airport)

Aside from grooming and daycare, if you require training services for your dog or puppy, consider Sit Happens! Companion Dog Training and Dogaholics, both located next to the Calgary Airport. Correct behaviors and advance your dog’s skills to result in a long-lasting friendship!

Southwest Calgary Dog Parks

If you are looking for dog-friendly neighbourhoods in Calgary that have a change of scenery and a wide selection of dog parks, then the southwest is where you need to be! With over 25 different dog parks, the southwest offers unique views, access to the river, and large spaces for your dog to run and play! Take a look at the following neighbourhood dog parks and find one that Fido will love:

Bankview

No designated parking lot access points

Beltline/Connaught Park

Fenced-in along the entire dog park
Includes a small-dog separate area
No designated parking lot access points

Braeside

No designated parking lot access points

Canyon Meadows

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Cedarbrae

Certain areas closed for construction
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Chliff Bungalow

No designated parking lot access points

Coach Hill

No designated parking lot access points

Edworthy Park

Two separate areas within the community
Multiple designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways
Access to the Bow River

Elbow Park

No designated parking lot access points

Elboya

No designated parking lot access points

Glamorgan

Fenced-in along the west side of the park
No designated parking lot access points

Glenbrook

No designated parking lot access points

Haysboro

Two separate areas within the community
Fenced-in along 14^th Street

Killarney/Glengarry

Fenced-in along the entire dog park
One designated parking lot access point

Kingsland

No designated parking lot access points

Lakeview

Two separate areas within the community
Designated parking lot access points located just outside of off-leash areas

Oakridge

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Pump Hill

No designated parking lot access points

Richmond

No designated parking lot access points

River Park/Sandy Beach

Three separate areas within the community
Fenced-in along the side closest to the river
Multiple designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Roxboro

Fenced-in along the east side of the dog park
Access to the river
No designated parking lot access points

Scarboro

Two separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points

Scarboro/Sunalta West

Fenced-in along Crowchild Trail
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Shaganappi

No designated parking lot access points

Southwood

Two separate areas within the community
Fenced-in along the east, west, and south sides of the dog park
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Strathcona Park

No designated parking lot access points

Sunalta

Two separate areas within the community
Fenced-in along the south side of Pumphouse Theatre Dog Park
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Woodbine

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Southwest Calgary for Dog Lovers

The Best South West Calgary Dog Parks

When it comes to the southwest, there are numerous options to purchase all of your dog-care essentials, including the Urban Dog Market (Garrison) and Paws Pet Food and Accessories (17^th Ave). If your dog needs nail trims, cleaning, or other grooming solutions, Oh My Dog Pet Grooming in Strathcona, as well as Clippers N’ Suds in Rosscarrock are popular options in the area. For dog boarding, dog walking, and pet-sitting in the southwest, be sure to visit:

Central Bark Doggy Daycare (10^th Ave)
PAWS Dog Daycare (16^th Ave)
Marda Loop Doggie Daycare and Spa (20^th Street)
BowDog Canine Specialists (Fairview)
Teddy & Friends Inc. Dog Walking Services (Wildwood)

Want to take a training course with your puppy or update your dog’s skills in the soutwest? Popular dog training locations include Dogma Education and Behaviour Centre (Glenbrook), Kayenna Kennels (Fairview), Cultured Canines (16^th Avenue), as well as Western Canine Academy (located along Richmond Road).

Southeast Calgary Dog Parks

With over 15 different dog parks throughout the southeast quadrant of the city, dog owners have the chance to let their dogs enjoy the great outdoors and get the exercise needed to stay active and healthy! The southeast is home to more fenced-in locations that are ideal for dogs who tend to wander or struggle on their recall (see below for training options that can improve recall). Take a look at these southeast Calgary dog parks that you can visit throughout the year:

Acadia

Designated parking lot access points located just outside of off-leash areas

Albert Park/Raddison Heights

Access to the river
Fenced-in along Deerfoot Trail
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Auburn Bay

Fenced-in along the entire dog park
One designated parking lot access point

Deer Ridge

No designated parking lot access points

Dover

No designated parking lot access points

Elliston Park

One designated parking lot access point
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Fairview

Two separate areas within the community
Fenced-in along the west side of industrial-situated dog park
No designated parking lot access points

Inglewood

Two separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Lake Bonavista

Four separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points

Maple Ridge

Fenced-in along the west and south sides of the dog park
No designated parking lot access points

Ogden/Lynnview

Three separate areas within the community
Fenced-in along 72 Ave
No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Parkland

Designated parking lot access points located just outside of off-leash areas
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Queensland

Three separate areas within the community
No designated parking lot access points

Ramsay

Two separate areas within the community
One designated parking lot access point

Riverbend

No designated parking lot access points
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Sue Higgins Park

Fenced-in along the entire dog park
One designated parking lot access point
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Southview

Multiple designated parking lot access points
Access to the river
Off-leash areas with designated walking pathways

Willow Park

Fenced-in along Anderson Road
No designated parking lot access points

Southeast Calgary for Dog Lovers

The Best South East Calgary Dog Parks

Now that you know where all of the southeast Calgary dog parks are, you may be seeking other dog-focused services. For dog food and supplies, check out name-brand pet stores such as Pet Planet, as well as Back to Basics Raw Pet Food (Ogden), as well as Dexter’s: Your Local Pet Shop (Lynnwood). For grooming, some popular locations are Dog Grooming Calgary (Canyon Meadows), Auntie M’s Grooming House (New Brighton), and Total Care Pet Grooming (Copperfield). For dog boarding and pet-sitting options, be sure to check out:

Dog People Dog Daycare Inc. (Bonnybrook)
Dogtopia of Douglas Glen (Douglas Glen)
Doggin It (Burnsland)
Care 4 Creatures Pet Sitting (Inverness)

The southeast is also home to a number of dog-training services, including ImPAWsible Possible Inc. (Bonnybrook), the Calgary Humane Society (110^th Avenue), and Wildsands Petcare and Training (Fairview). Take advantage of the many dog offerings in your quadrant and stay active all year long!

Upcoming Dog Events in Calgary

Pet-A-Palooza – Day of the Dog

Dates: July 27-28, 2019

Location: Eau Claire, 200 Barclay Parade SW

Description: The perfect event for dog owners across Calgary, Pet-A-Palooza is an opportunity for dogs and owners alike to come check out local pet vendors, sample treats, soak in pools, check out the puppy parade, and view the dock-diving event! This event is free and of course, pet friendly!

VR Wine – March Pop Up Patio Party for Pooches

Dates: March 27, 2019

Location: VR Wine 8561 – 8A Ave SW

Description: Ready to enjoy an evening of delicious dining for both you and your pup? Bring your dog to the VR Wine patio for a 3-course dinner! You will enjoy canapés dinner and wine pairings while your pup enjoys pet-friendly snacks and a swag bag valued at $60! Tickets are available on Eventbrite.com.

Zulu K9 Challenge

Dates: July 13, 2019

Location: Edworthy Park – 5050 Spruce Drive SW

Description: Are you the type who like to race through trails with your furry friend? The Zulu K9 Challenge is a 15km challenge that leads you through trails and obstacles, racing to the finish line. The challenge begins with the 10km Challenge and then completes with the remaining 5km. All participants must have their dog on a hands-free leash at all times, no collars allowed. Tickets are available online at Eventrbrite.com.