Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Canada

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

Train Wreck

Whistler, BC

Train Wreck Train Wreck trail is a popular dog-friendly attraction just south of Whistler. The short hiking trail follows the Sea To Sky Trail and crosses a suspension bridge, offering scenic views of the Cheakakmus River rushing below before arriving at the colorfully painted box cars, which have sat in the forest since 1956. To get to the Whistler Train Wreck, follow the trail at the side of Jane Lakes Road past the Sea To Sky Trail sign and into the forest. See Details

Bruce Peninsula National Park

Tobermory, ON

Bruce Peninsula National Park Bruce Peninsula National Park is pet-friendly. All of Canada's National Parks allow dogs in picnic areas, at campsites and on any trails. The park is made up of dramatic cliffs that rise from the turquoise waters of Georgian Bay. You and your pup might spot a black bear roaming through the forests or rare reptiles on the rocks in the park. Ancient cedar trees can be seen on the cliffs and orchids and ferns take root all over. See Details

Fundy National Park

Alma, NB

Fundy National Park Fundy National Park is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome in picnic areas, at campsites and on any trails around the park. This park stands out for being home to the world’s highest tides, pristine forests, and deluxe campgrounds. You can paddle in a kayak as the waters rise up or walk on the sea floor at low tide. Leashed pups can join their owners, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details

Gros Morne National Park

Deer Lake, NL

Gros Morne National Park Gros Morne National Park is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome on a leash in picnic areas, at campsites and on any trails. Soaring fjords and big mountains dominate the landscape at this picturesque park. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You and your pooch can wander coastal pathways and beaches. You can also hike to alpine highlands where Arctic hare live out their days. See Details

Kouchibouguac National Park

Kouchibouguac, NB

Kouchibouguac National Park Kouchibouguac National Park is a dog-friendly park in Kouchibouguac, NB. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the hiking trails. There are several easy trails of various lengths that traverse through the forest, fields, marshes, etc. There is one moderate in-and-out trail that is 11.3 km (one way) and has elevation gains. See Details

Riding Mountain National Park

Onanole, MB

Riding Mountain National Park Riding Mountain National Park is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome on a leash, as long as they are cleaned up after. Your pooch can join you on the trails and in campsites around this great park. This gorgeous park is made up of grasslands and deep, silent forest, orchids and lilies, and lakes and wetlands. Make sure you keep your pooch close by because of wildlife in the area. See Details

Meewasin Valley Trail

Saskatoon, SK

Meewasin Valley Trail The Meewasin Valley Trail is dog-friendly! Leashed pets can explore the trail, which winds along both sides of the river, under bridges, and through parks and natural areas. Access points can be found throughout Saskatoon, with maps and signage along the route. The Meewasin Valley Trail is open year-round. See Details

Bronte Creek Provincial Park

Oakville, ON

Bronte Creek Provincial Park Bronte Creek Provincial Park is a dog-friendly park and trail in Oakville, ON. It offers acres of beautiful off-leash woodland walking trails, with river access. Washrooms and water for dogs is available in the Spring, Summer, Fall. The park is accessed from the campground side at Bronte Road and Upper Middle Road. See Details

Botanical Beach

Sooke, BC

Botanical Beach Botanical Beach is a sightseeing marine destination located on the west coast if Vancouver Island near Port Renfrew. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on leash... black bear and cougar may be present See Details

Gold Bar Trail

Edmonton, AB

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. See Details

Landon Bay Centre

Gananoque, ON

Landon Bay Centre Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Landon Bay Centre in Gananoque, Ontario. This 225-acre park is made up of old growth forest, ancient granite outcroppings, open meadows, marshlands, a creek, and a high cliff with views across Thousand Islands. Ornithologists will be pleased to discover the ospreys that call the area their home. You can explore the varied countryside of the park on the Donevan Trail, which has the best views of the cliffs. There are a number of other pet-friendly trails that weave around the area too, varying in difficulty and enjoyment. See Details

Rock Dunder

Rideau Lakes, ON

Rock Dunder Rock Dunder is a pet-friendly nature reserve that spans 230 acres of Ontario countryside. Located in the park are three different trails you can explore with your pooch: the Cabin Trail is a mile long hike next to beaver pond, through mixed forest and a white pine plantation; the Morton Bay Loop leads to outlooks over Morton Bay; and the Summit Loop is a longer hike that runs alongside Dean's Island through a variety of forest, offering views of rocky cliffs. See Details

Alice Lake Provincial Park

Squamish, BC

Alice Lake Provincial Park Alice Lake Provincial Park is pet-friendly. Surrounded by towering mountains, dense forests and grassy areas, there are four fresh water lakes to enjoy. Dogs must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed on the Alice Lake Trail, beach, playground or picnic areas See Details

Elk Island National Park

Edmonton, AB

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. See Details

Bois de Liesse

Montreal, QC

Bois de Liesse You might forget you're in the city at this woodsy gem in Montreal. With its many trails, beautiful stream and some interactive activities, dog-friendly Bois de Liesse is the perfect spot for hiking, cycling, tobogganing, skiing and snowshoeing. Leashed dogs are welcome. See Details

Kootenay National Park

Radium Hot Springs, BC

Kootenay National Park Kootenay National Park is a dog-friendly park in Radium Hot Springs, BC. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you as you hike. The prime season for hiking runs from July through mid-September. There are short hikes, day hikes, and multi-day hikes to enjoy with Fido. See Details

Roosevelt Campobello International Park

Welshpool, NB

Roosevelt Campobello International Park Roosevelt Campobello International Park is pet-friendly. If you’re taking a tour of summer White Houses with your pooch, be sure to visit Roosevelt Campobello International Park in New Brunswick to see where Franklin D. Roosevelt and Eleanor Roosevelt spent many summers together. Four-legged travelers from the U.S. can reach the island via Roosevelt Memorial Bridge in Lubec, Maine and Canadian canine visitors can hop aboard a free government operated ferry from mainland L'etete to Deer Island and pay $5 to travel by foot on East Coast Ferries the rest of the way. Hop off the ferry on Campobello Island and head to the park to explore more than 8 miles of scenic roads and 8 miles of walking trails. The varied landscape includes bogs, forests, windswept beaches and cool rock formations like Friar’s Head. Dogs aren’t allowed inside buildings, but are free to explore outside areas on a leash. See Details

Glacier National Park

Rogers Pass, BC

Glacier National Park Glacier National Park in Rogers Pass, BC, is dog-friendly. Scale its heights following trails pioneered by legendary Swiss mountain guides, take a gentle stroll amid moss-draped old-growth cedars or hike through alpine meadows strewn with lichen-covered boulders. Dogs are welcome if they are leashed, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. The park is open year-round; valley trails open in May, while upper-elevation trails are snowed-in into early July. Day-use areas open in June, and campgrounds open in late June. The ski season is November to April. See Details

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

Ucluelet, BC

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is a dog-friendly park in Ucluelet, BC. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you on the beaches and trails, with the exception of the West Coast Trail and Broken Group Islands. There are many trails Fido can enjoy with you that range from easy paths to steep slopes. See Details

The Butze Rapids Loop Trail

Prince Rupert, BC

The Butze Rapids Loop Trail The Butze Rapids Loop Trail is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome on this easy hike. There are some hills, coastal rainforest pathways and a viewing platform. The loop will bring you right back where you started. Depending on the season you go you will see different kinds of flora and fauna. The Butze Rapids are a natural feature due to the tide around Kaien Island, which causes Fern Passage to reverse on each tide. See Details