Off-leash area · Edmonton
Dawson Park Off-Leash Area
Inside Dawson Park.
Notice (May 1, 2026 to Nov 1, 2026). EPCOR is replacing wooden power poles along the hillside toward Jasper Avenue with underground lines; heavy equipment and temporary barriers on site. Source
Notice (Sep 16, 2026). EPCOR crews are working on lamp posts nearby; watch for workers and follow their directions. Source
- Partly fenced
- All-weather ground
- Washroom nearby
At the gate
10298 89 Street NW, Edmonton
In Dawson Park on the river's north bank between 84 and 92 Street, with parking at 10298 89 Street.
- Fencing
- Partly fenced
- Washroom nearby
- Yes
- Ground
- Turf · PavedAll-weather: less mud in the wet months
- Swimming
- See the ruleThe area reaches the North Saskatchewan River; the City advises keeping pets leashed near the riverbank and off river ice.
- Seating
- Yes
- Lighting
- Not lit
- Size
- 4.5 haabout 6 soccer fields
- Parking
- On-site parking
- Transit
- Stadium Station, 0.7 km1 bus stop within a short walk
- Off-leash hours
- 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Not in the records yet: small-dog area, water for dogs and shade. Know one?
If your dog gets hurt
Nearest 24-hour vet: Guardian Veterinary Centre, Edmonton, 7.1 km away in a straight line.
Call 780-436-5880From the source
- Paved parking with designated accessible parking stalls near entry.
- All season accessible washrooms open 9am to 9pm.
- EPCOR is replacing power poles along the hillside toward Jasper Avenue from May 1 to November 1, 2026, with temporary barriers.
- The paved path or sidewalk through the area gets snow removal.
Local rule · Edmonton
Dogs must be leashed going into and out of every off-leash area, and stay in sight and under control inside it. If you see a coyote, leash your dog. City of Edmonton
Boundary not mapped yet; the pin shows the approximate spot · dots: nearby parks
Field notes
About Dawson Park Off-Leash Area
Dawson Park Off-Leash Area covers about 4.5 ha, roughly 6 soccer fields. Underfoot it's turf and paved.
It's partly fenced: some sides are open, so keep an eye on the gaps. The nearest recorded fenced option is Riverdale Community League Dog Park, 1.5 km away.
For a separate small-dog area, the closest is Lauderdale Dog Park, about 4.7 km away.
Questions
Before you go.
Is Dawson Park Off-Leash Area fenced?
Partly. Some sides are fenced and some are open.
What are the off-leash hours at Dawson Park Off-Leash Area?
5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Is there parking at Dawson Park Off-Leash Area?
Yes, the city lists on-site parking. By transit, Stadium Station is about 0.7 km away.
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