Hawkwood Areas 2 & 3 Off-Leash Area off-leash dog park in Calgary
NW Calgary

Hawkwood Areas 2 & 3 Off-Leash Area

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Hawkwood Areas 2 & 3 Off-Leash Area

This combined off-leash site serves the Hawkwood community in NW Calgary, officially designated by the City of Calgary as HAW-002 and HAW-003. It sits along Hawkwood Boulevard NW and Hawksbrow Drive NW near the Hawkview Manor area, bordering the Ranchlands community. It's the third and fourth of Hawkwood's official off-leash sites — if you've visited Hawkwood Area 1 or Area 4 already, this is the remaining piece of the same network.

Quick Facts

  • Hours: 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM daily
  • Quadrant: NW Calgary
  • Community: Hawkwood
  • City designation: HAW-002, HAW-003
  • Type: Multi-use off-leash area

Access Points

Access from Hawkwood Boulevard NW and Hawksbrow Drive NW, with the site running along the Ranch Estates/Ranchlands boundary near John Laurie Boulevard NW.

Wildlife Awareness

This NW Calgary area borders natural ravine terrain — keep an eye out for coyotes and deer, especially around dawn and dusk.

Visitor Tips

Bring your own water and waste bags. Since this site borders Ranchlands, it's an easy pairing with the Ranchlands off-leash area for a longer walk.

Best Times to Visit

Mornings and early evenings are typically quieter and cooler, especially in summer.

Safety Guidelines

Dogs must be under control at all times. Per City of Calgary rules, dogs are required to be on-leash on any paved pathway within an off-leash area.

Seasonal Info

Spring: Watch for muddy patches after snowmelt.
Summer: Open terrain — bring shade and water.
Fall: Comfortable temperatures, generally ideal.
Winter: Snow-covered; check footing on sloped sections.

Nearby Parks

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.