Enjoy some off-leash time with your dog at one of Lethbridge's four off-leash areas. In these areas dogs are permitted to be off-leash while under the control of their owner.
Note: Rattlesnakes may be present in river valley parks from spring to fall, especially west side areas. Encounters are uncommon but if your dog has been bitten, contact a veterinarian immediately.
Dog Park Etiquette
- Dogs must be on-leash in all public spaces in Lethbridge
unless in one of the off-leash areas, as shown on the map. - Aggressive dogs are not allowed. The behaviour of your dog is your responsibility.
- You are responsible for respecting the safety of others in dog parks.
- Off-leash areas are located within shared park spaces. To avoid conflicts with other site users, keep dogs on a leash until you are past the marker signs.
- Clean up after your dog.
- Be courteous to all park users
- Learn more about the Dog Control Bylaw
Click here to view a printable map of the off-leash dog park locations or check them out on our interactive map or the Lethbridge Parks App
South Lethbridge
Scenic Drive Dog Run
- Located off of Scenic Drive South at 11 Avenue South.
- The dog run starts at the parking lot and heads down into the coulees with a 2 km limestone pathway loop.
North Lethbridge
Peenaquim Park Off-Leash Area- Located at the north end of Peenaquim Park, at the base of the coulees.
- You can choose between a 1 acre fenced area or a 2 km limestone pathway along the river's edge.
Park "n" Bark - Located at the corner of Scenic Drive North and Stafford Drive North.
- This fenced dog park is about 5.5 acres and features a paved pathway loop, hills, agility equipment and accessible seating areas.
West Lethbridge
Popson Park Off-Leash Dog Area
- Located in Popson Park between the boat launch and the picnic shelter.
- This off-leash area sports 2 km of limestone pathways in its over 50 acres of river valley park space.
- There is easy access to the river for your pooch to take a dip to cool off and to enjoy the scenic views of the coulee faces.
RiverStone Dog Park
- Located at the corner of University Drive West and RiverGlen Link West.
- The fenced dog park is about 1.5 acres with pathways and accessible seating.
- Other amenities include play equipment for dogs and water fountains for people and dogs.
- RiverStone Dog Park is located in a dry storm water retention facility. To prevent damage to the grass and pathways, it may be closed during heavy rain or snow melt events.
