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Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Alberta

If your dog likes to ruff it, bring Fido hiking in Alberta. Our dog friendly hiking section includes everything from easy one-hour walks to fantastic overnight trips in Alberta that won’t be soon forgotten. Seriously, go take a hike!

Pet Friendly Jackie Parker Park

Jackie Parker Park

Jackie Parker Park

Jackie Parker Park is a large open space where Fido can romp off-leash. The Park is best for walking, ball throwing, and playing with multiple dogs. Jackie Parker features granular and natural paths, access to water, partial lighting, and snow removal in certain sections. The Park is not fenced. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand. Jackie Parker Park is open daily from 5am to 11pm.

Pet Friendly Hermitage Park

Hermitage Park

Hermitage Park is best for playing with multiple dogs, throwing the ball, and off-leash walks. The Park's path is mixed, with paved paths cleared of snow when necessary. It also boasts water access. There is no fencing around the off-leash area of Hermitage Park. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed during their visit. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand. Hermitage Park is open daily from 5am to 11pm.

Banff National Park

Banff National Park

With magnificent views and nearly 950 miles (1500 km) of trails along with valleys, mountains, glaciers, forests, meadows and rivers, Banff National Park has plenty of areas for you to explore with Fido. Dogs are welcome on many of the trails, but not all. Just remember that dogs must be leashed at all times, no matter where in the park you are, and it is imperative to the health of wildlife that you clean up after your pup.

Dawson Park

Dawson Park features a large off-leash area where dog owners can bring multiple dogs on walks or play a game of fetch. Along with open space, Dawson Park offers paved and gravel paths, and partial lighting. When it snows, hard surface trails will be cleared. The area is not fenced. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand. Dawson Park is open daily from 5am to 11pm.

Patricia Ravine

Patricia Ravine

Fido can explore off-leash at the Patricia Ravine! The trek features paved and granular mix paths and water access. Dogs hiking the Patricia Ravine must be cleaned up after and licensed during their visit. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand.

Mill Creek Ravine North

Mill Creek Ravine North

Mill Creek Ravine North is an off-leash area perfect for walking your pooch. The area features a granular path and water access. It is not fenced. The granular trail along the bottom of the ravine to the 82 Ave overpass is the only space where dogs can explore off-leash. Dogs must be licensed and cleaned up after. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand. Mill Creek Ravine North is open daily from 5am to 11pm.

Gold Bar Trail

Bring Fido to Gold Bar Trail to hike off-leash along the river. Gold Bar Trail features a granular walking path, partial fencing, water access, and partial lighting. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand. The park is open from 5am to 11pm daily.

Elk Island National Park

Elk Island National Park

Elk Island National Park is a dog-friendly natural attraction in Edmonton, AB. Located 30 minutes east of Edmonton and open year round, this national park is an important refuge for bison, elk, and over 250 species of birds. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you when exploring Elk Island National Park and should always be kept at a safe distance from wildlife. Dog walking, picnicking, cycling, hiking, snowshoeing, star gazing and wildlife watching are some of the most popular activities. During your visit, take Hayburger Trail or Wood Bison Trail to admire vast plains and herds of Bison, or explore the many islands of Astotin Lake from your kayak in summer. For additional guidance about visiting with Fido, please visit this link: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/voyage-travel/regles-rules/chien-dog.

Valley of the Five Lakes - Jasper National Park

Valley of the Five Lakes - Jasper National Park

Valley of the Five Lakes Trailhead is the access point to a vast interconnected dog-friendly trail system within Jasper National Park in Jasper, AB. There are multiple trails ranging from a short half hour hike to the moderate Overlander Trail that requires a 10-12 hour trek. Three of the trails near Maligne Lake and the Cavell Meadows Trail does not allow dogs. The remaining 34 trails do allow dogs.

Waterton Lakes National Park

Waterton Park, AB

Waterton Lakes National Park

Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Waterton Lakes National Park where you and your pup will find breathtaking waterfalls, clear lakes, beautiful streams and stunning mountain vistas in Waterton Park, AB. From the moderately difficult Bear's Hump Trail, which leads to epic views of a lake and mountain range, to the easy Blakiston Falls Trail, there's something for every level of hiker in this idyllic protected area. Dogs must be leashed at all times, and it is imperative to the health of the wildlife that you clean up after your pup.

Callingwood

Featuring open space and a path through the woods, Callingwood is the perfect space for an off-leash walk or a game of fetch. Callingwood is not fenced. Its path is part gravel and part natural. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed during their visit. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand.

Hawrelak Trail

Hawrelak Trail is an off-leash area perfect for walks through the woods and along the water. Hawrelak features a granular and natural trail. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed during their walk. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand.

Echo Dale Regional Park

Medicine Hat, AB

Echo Dale Regional Park

Echo Dale Regional Park offers a wide range of activities to keep you and your pup happy during a day in the great outdoors. From a historic farm site to a swimming lake, boat lake, picnic area, and trails, there is a lot for you and Fido to explore. While dogs are not permitted in the sand and water of the swimming lake, they are welcome to cool off with a splash in the boating lake. The boating lake is also stocked with rainbow trout for those who enjoy fishing. Fido must be on a leash in most areas throughout the park.

Muskoseepi Park

Grande Prairie, AB

Muskoseepi Park

Walk through the wilderness setting of Bear Creek Valley, explore the past in the Grande Prairie Museum, enjoy a family picnic or just relax in this all-season park. Dogs must remain leashed.

Mill Creek Ravine South

Mill Creek Ravine South

Bring Fido to explore Mill Creek Ravine South. Mill Creek Ravine South brands itself as good for walking and throwing the ball with your pet. The area is not fenced. It features a granular path and access to water. Only the granular trail in the ravine area is off-leash. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand. Mill Creek Ravine South is open daily from 5am to 11pm.

Lago Lindo

Lago Lindo is an off-leash area perfect for a walk with your canine companion. Lago Lindo features a paved path and fencing along one side of the corridor. Snow removal is confirmed along the pathway. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed during their walk. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand.

Jasper Avenue Riverbank

Jasper Avenue Riverbank

Jasper Avenue Riverbank is an off-leash area for walking with your pet. Dog owners should be aware that Jasper Avenue Riverbank does border a road. They should be certain that they have complete voice control over their pet before heading out. The path is paved and features street lighting. It runs from the top of the riverbank from 82 to 91 street. Snow will be cleared if necessary. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand.

Capilano Trail

Bring Fido to Capilano Trail for a walk along a natural path. There is no fencing along Capilano Trail. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed. Owners should have voice control of their pet and have a leash on hand. It is open daily from 5am to 11pm.

Riverside Veterans' Memorial Park

Medicine Hat, AB

Riverside Veterans' Memorial Park

Located next to the South Saskatchewan River, Riverside Veterans' Memorial Park features beautiful flowerbeds, a mural depicting Medicine Hat's history, a cenotaph, a WWII tank, two CPR locomotives, and trails to Strathcona Island and Lions Park. Dogs must be leashed at all times, and humans must clean up after their pups.

Saddleback Road

Saddleback Road

Bring Fido to Saddleback Road, an off-leash area perfect for walking and a game of fetch. Saddleback Road features a paved path, partial lighting, and fencing on one or two sides, depending on the area. Snow removal is expected on pathways. The Saddleback area borders a road, so dog owners should be sure they have complete voice control over their pet before heading out to play. Dogs must be cleaned up after and licensed. Owners should have a leash on hand.

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