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Inglewood Off Leash Area Overview
Inglewood Off Leash Area (ING-003) sits along the Bridgeland/Riverside boundary in Inglewood, bounded roughly by 8th Ave SE, 12th St SE, and 13th St SE. It's one of Inglewood's off-leash sites, in a community well known among Calgary dog owners for its riverside pathway network.
Inglewood borders the Bow River and the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, though it's worth noting dogs are not permitted inside the Bird Sanctuary itself or off the pathways in some adjacent natural areas — this off-leash site is a separate, designated space from those restricted zones.
Note: the Inglewood Community Association confirms the community has two official off-leash parks in total. This page covers the Bridgeland/Riverside site (ING-003); the second Inglewood off-leash area is a confirmed gap still being tracked down with its own address.
Inglewood Off Leash Area Map
Quick Facts
- Location: Bounded by 8 Ave SE, 12 St SE & 13 St SE, Bridgeland/Riverside area of Inglewood, Calgary, AB
- Type: Off-leash area (fencing not confirmed — treat as open/unfenced), official City designation ING-003
- Parking: Street parking along the bordering streets
- Hours: 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM daily
Access Points & Parking
- Access from 8 Ave SE or 12/13 St SE, along the Bridgeland/Riverside boundary
- Street parking only, along the bordering residential and mixed-use streets
- Reasonably close to the Bow River pathway system, though the off-leash boundary itself is separate from riverside trail sections
Wildlife Awareness
- Given the riverside proximity, watch for waterfowl along nearby pathway sections
- Standard urban-park caution applies within the off-leash boundary itself
Visitor Tips
- Remember dogs are not allowed inside the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary or off-pathway in some adjacent natural areas nearby — keep to the designated off-leash boundary
- Bring your own water and waste bags
- A good stop if you're already walking the Bow River pathway system through Inglewood
Best Times to Visit
- Weekday Mornings: Quiet, good for a calm riverside-adjacent walk
- Weekday Evenings: Busier with local residents and pathway users
- Weekends: Can be busy given Inglewood's popularity as a walking destination
Safety Guidelines
- Keep dogs leashed until inside the designated off-leash boundary — the area is unfenced
- Respect posted boundaries near the Bird Sanctuary and any shared-pathway sections
- Clean up after your dog to help preserve the community's off-leash privileges
Seasonal Information
Spring (March-May)
- Increased waterfowl activity along the nearby river pathway
Summer (June-August)
- Popular season given proximity to the Bow River pathway network — expect more foot traffic
Fall (September-November)
- Comfortable temperatures, good for longer riverside-adjacent walks
Winter (December-February)
- Pathway sections nearby can ice up — take care if combining with a riverside walk
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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.