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Hawkwood Area 1 Off-Leash Area Overview
Hawkwood Area 1 (designation HAW-001) is a large, roughly triangular open field bordered by Hawkhill Wy NW to the north, the Hawkcliff residential streets to the west and south, and Sarcee Trail NW to the east — right on the boundary with the Edgemont community.
Two dog off-leash sign entrances mark the site, one along Hawkwood Bv NW and another near Hawkcliff Me NW toward the southern end. It's one of the larger single-field sites in Hawkwood, giving dogs plenty of open room to run.
Hawkwood Area 1 Off-Leash Area Map
Quick Facts
- Location: Bordered by Hawkhill Wy NW, the Hawkcliff residential streets, and Sarcee Trail NW, on the Hawkwood/Edgemont boundary
- Type: Large open off-leash field (City of Calgary designation HAW-001)
- Parking: Street parking on Hawkwood Bv NW and surrounding streets
- Hours: 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM daily
Access Points & Parking
- Northern entrance off Hawkwood Bv NW
- Southern entrance near Hawkcliff Me NW
- Eastern edge runs along Sarcee Trail NW, bordering Edgemont
Wildlife Awareness
- Coyotes occasionally reported in this part of NW Calgary — keep dogs in voice control range
- Report wildlife concerns to Alberta Fish & Wildlife at 403-297-6423
Visitor Tips
- One of the larger single-field off-leash sites in Hawkwood — good for dogs that want real room to run
- Watch for traffic noise near the Sarcee Trail NW edge
- Two entrances give some flexibility depending on which Hawkwood street you're coming from
Best Times to Visit
- Weekday Mornings: Quiet, good for a longer session
- Evenings: Busier with local residents
- Weekends: Moderate traffic
Safety Guidelines
- Largely unfenced — dogs should have reliable recall, especially near the Sarcee Trail NW edge
- Leash required on paved pathways per the Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw
- Aggressive dogs must be muzzled and leashed (max 1 metre) with a handler over 18
- Watch for traffic along Sarcee Trail NW
Seasonal Information
Spring (March-May)
- Large open field can hold water after melt — bring a towel
Summer (June-August)
- Limited shade across the open field — bring water
Fall (September-November)
- Comfortable conditions for a longer visit
Winter (December-February)
- Open exposure near Sarcee Trail NW means more wind — dress accordingly
Nearby Dog Parks
Hawkwood Area 4 Off-Leash Area
A longer, narrower off-leash strip elsewhere in Hawkwood near Ranchlands.
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We keep this guide current with the latest Calgary Parks bylaws and on-the-ground conditions. Rules and seasonal access can change — always check posted signage on site.