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Parks and Open Space

Off-leash Dog Areas

Winnipeg has been elevated to Critical (red) in the Province of Manitoba's Pandemic Response System. For more information on the impacts to winter outdoor recreation and amenities, see: Winter Outdoor Recreation.

Un état d’alerte critique (rouge) a été déclaré pour Winnipeg dans le cadre du système de réponse à la pandémie de la Province du Manitoba. Pour en savoir plus sur les impacts sur les loisirs de plein air d’hiver et les équipements, visitez Loisirs de plein air d’hiver.

Outdoor Hockey Rinks at community centers can now be designated temporary off-leash areas through the non-winter months. Off-Leash Dog Area - Hockey Pens

Off-leash area sign

Attention dog owners

  • Dog owners can let their pets socialize and exercise off-leash in a safe environment.
  • Please remember to keep your dog on a leash when you are outside of the Off-leash Area. Other park users may not appreciate loose animals running up to them or may be afraid of dogs.
  • Off-leash dog areas are not fenced in, unless otherwise noted below.
  • Dog owners/ walkers and or commercial dog walkers are legally responsible for their own dog(s) and any injuries or damage caused by their dog(s). Individuals who choose to use off-leash areas do so at their own risk.
  • Code of Ethics for Dog Owners
  • Brochure
  • Sponsored by the City of Winnipeg Parks and Open Space Division in cooperation with the Animal Services Agency.

Rules of use for Off-Leash Dog Areas
(Responsible Pet Ownership By-law 92/2013)

  • Dog owners must be present and within view of their dogs at all times.
  • Aggressive dogs are not allowed in off-leash areas.
  • Dogs must be under voice control while off-leash.
  • Dog owners must have a leash in hand at all times.
  • Female dogs in heat are not allowed in off-leash areas.
  • Holes dug by dogs must be filled by the dog owner.
  • All feces must be picked up by the dog owner and removed or deposited in waste receptacles.
  • All dogs must be licensed in accordance with the City of Winnipeg Responsible Pet Ownership By-law 92/2013. Please call 311 for more information.
  • All sites are open 7:00am to 11:00pm or as posted at the site.

A complete list of rules is posted at each site. For further information about off-leash dog areas, call 311.

Locations

The following locations have been selected as off-leash dog areas in Winnipeg parks and public spaces. Please note: There is no lighting at these locations unless indicated.

Bourkevale Park
Bourkevale Park

100 Ferry Rd
Off-leash dog area south of dike along riverbank

Charleswood Dog Park
Charleswood Dog Park

SW Grant Ave & Haney St
Former golf course.
Multi-use park includes skiers, snowshoers, walkers, runners, cyclists

Downtown Dog Park
Downtown Dog Park

260 Assiniboine Ave
Fully-fenced, 0.12 hectare off-leash area features artificial turf, lights, signage, park furniture for people, waste receptacle, bottle-refill fountain operational in summer

Kil-Cona Park
Kil-Cona Park

1229 Springfield Rd
Parking available off McIvor Entrance. Off-leash area located east of parking lot on hill, with natural boundary of water to the north, east and south. If you cross the bridge or walk west of the hill, dogs need to leased. Athletic fields and Service Yard access road off limits to all dogs, leashed or unleashed

King's Park
King's Park

198 Kings Dr
Off-leash area north east of retention pond.
Multi-use park includes skiers, snowshoers, walkers, runners, cyclists

Little Mountain Park
Little Mountain Park

64093 Klimpke Rd, RM of Rosser
Large open area used for off-leash located at the north/west corner of park at Klimpke Rd. & Farmer Ave. Parking available during summer at Klimpke Road lot, west side of park. Multi-use park includes skiers, snowshoers, walkers, runners, cyclists

Maple Grove Park
Maple Grove Park

100 Frobisher Rd
Fenced in area for puppies. Entrance to off-leash area located by Fields for Fido kiosk. Please use only the area directly north of the kiosk and stay within the pathway. Multi-use park includes rugby/ soccer/ football players, skiers, snowshoers, walkers, runners, cyclists

Mazenod Park /Retention Pond
Mazenod Park /Retention Pond

130 Mazenod Rd
Area surrounding retention pond bounded by Mazenod Rd, Camiel Sys St & Beghin St

Sir Wilfred Laurier Park
Sir Wilfred Laurier Park

70 Cal Gardner Dr

Sturgeon Rd & Silver Ave Off-leash dog area
Sturgeon Rd & Silver Ave dog park

NE Sturgeon Rd & Murray Park Rd
Northeast area

Westview Park
Westview Park

1 Midland St
Located at Midland & Saskatchewan Ave. Entire park is off-leash area. Multi-use park includes skiers, snowshoers, walkers, runners, cyclists

Woodsworth Park
Woodsworth Park

1850 Hekla Ave
Turn west on Hekla off Keewatin St. Area north of parking lot

Brenda Leipsic Dog Park

100 Hurst Wy

Code of Ethics for all dog owners in off-leash areas

  • Stoop & Scoop - Please use plastic bags to pick up after your dog.
  • Train Your Dog - Please train your dog to respond to commands, whether on or off-leash.
  • Respect other users of the park - Walkers, joggers, cyclists, skiers, and other dog owners have a right to enjoy.
  • Proper Licensing is required - Please ensure your pet is properly licensed.

Last update: February 24, 2021
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