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Hawkwood Area 4 Off-Leash Area Overview
Hawkwood Area 4 (designation HAW-004) is a long, winding off-leash strip running roughly parallel to Hawkwood Hill NW, from the Hawkside townhome cluster down to John Laurie Blvd NW at the community's southern edge, bordering Ranchlands.
The site follows a natural pathway rather than a single open field, threading between the Hawkside and Hawksley residential clusters. A dog off-leash sign marks the entrance near 100 Hawkside Me NW, with another near Hawkwood Hill NW closer to the John Laurie Blvd end.
Hawkwood Area 4 Off-Leash Area Map
Quick Facts
- Location: Along Hawkwood Hill NW, between the Hawkside/Hawksley residential clusters and John Laurie Blvd NW, bordering Ranchlands
- Type: Off-leash area (City of Calgary designation HAW-004)
- Parking: Street parking along Hawkwood Hill NW and surrounding streets
- Hours: 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM daily
Access Points & Parking
- Northern entrance near 100 Hawkside Me NW
- Southern end connects to John Laurie Blvd NW, bordering Ranchlands
- Street parking along Hawkwood Hill NW
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
- The site's long, narrow shape makes it well suited to a walking route rather than a stationary play session
- Good option if you're coming from the Hawkside or Hawksley residential streets
- Close to the Ranchlands community at the southern end near John Laurie Blvd NW
Best Times to Visit
- Weekday Mornings: Quiet, good for a longer walk
- Evenings: Busier with local residents
- Weekends: Moderate traffic
Safety Guidelines
- Dogs should have reliable recall given the site's length and residential edges
- 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 near the John Laurie Blvd NW end
Seasonal Information
Spring (March-May)
- Muddy conditions common as snow clears — bring a towel
Summer (June-August)
- Bring water; no confirmed on-site fountain
Fall (September-November)
- Comfortable conditions for the full length of the walk
Winter (December-February)
- Check footing near the John Laurie Blvd NW end where slopes are steeper
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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.