The 11 Best Off-Leash Dog Parks in Winnipeg
From a downtown turf enclosure to sprawling prairie-and-forest fields by the river — here are Winnipeg's best places to let your dog run.
Winnipeg runs a network of city-designated off-leash dog areas under its Parks By-law and Responsible Pet Ownership By-law, but most of them are not fenced — the City states that off-leash areas are "not fenced in, unless otherwise noted." That means big open fields, riverbanks and forest trails where solid recall matters, plus a handful of fully-fenced enclosures (Bonnycastle downtown, Brenda Leipsic and Transcona) for dogs still learning. All city sites are open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. (or as posted), owners must keep dogs in sight and under voice control with a leash in hand, pick up all waste, and every dog must be licensed under Responsible Pet Ownership By-law 92/2013.
Kilcona Park Off-Leash Dog Area
Winnipeg's largest off-leash area, set in a 155-hectare park of open fields, wooded trails, hills and ponds, with informal sections for small and large dogs. The water (a former landfill site) is not safe for swimming or drinking, so it's a running-and-exploring park rather than a swim spot.
Brenda Leipsic Dog Park
A fully-fenced, double-gated city dog park of about seven hectares across a larger north section and a smaller south section, with dog-friendly trails, an open field, wooded areas and shaded seating. The secure perimeter makes it a top pick for dogs still building recall.
Charleswood Off-Leash Dog Area
A vast former golf course turned multi-use park, with wide-open fairways and forested, scenic trails to roam. It's shared with walkers, runners, cyclists and, in winter, skiers and snowshoers.
Little Mountain Park
A large open off-leash field in the north/west corner of a ~160-acre park, backing onto a maze of aspen forest, prairie and cross-country trails. Mixed terrain of grass, woods and ponds gives dogs plenty to explore.
Bonnycastle Park Off-Leash Dog Area
Winnipeg's downtown dog park: a fully-fenced 0.12-hectare (1,200 sq m) enclosure with artificial turf, lights, benches and a bottle-refill fountain in summer, tucked between Assiniboine Avenue and the river. The adjacent Riverwalk is great for an on-leash cooldown.
Maple Grove Park Off-Leash Dog Area
A big riverside off-leash park of about 13 hectares with fields, forest and Red River frontage along a network of trails, plus a fenced pen for puppies and smaller or less reliable dogs. The main off-leash area itself is unfenced.
Transcona Boulevard Dog Park
A purpose-built fenced dog park with separate small-dog and large-dog enclosures, plus benches, parking and paths through the grounds. Designed specifically for size-separated off-leash play.
Kings Park Off-Leash Dog Area
A wide-open off-leash field with rolling hills and shaded spots northeast of the park's retention pond, near the University of Manitoba. The wider park adds a lake, pathways and washrooms for a full visit.
Bourkevale Park Off-Leash Dog Area
A relaxed riverbank off-leash strip south of the dike along the Assiniboine River, with an open field, a dog-friendly trail, shaded seating and free parking. Because it borders the river and isn't fenced, it suits dogs with reliable recall.
Westview Park (Garbage Hill) Off-Leash Dog Area
An entire multi-use hilltop park designated as off-leash, locally known as 'Garbage Hill' for its landfill-mound landform and 360-degree city views. Open grassy slopes give dogs room to run, shared with walkers, runners and cyclists.
Woodsworth Park Off-Leash Dog Area
A neighbourhood off-leash field north of the parking lot, giving north-end dogs a handy spot to stretch their legs. It's an unfenced open area, so keep dogs in sight and under voice control.
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Off-leash, answered
Where can I take my dog off-leash in Winnipeg?
Winnipeg has more than a dozen city-designated off-leash dog areas. The biggest and best-known is Kilcona Park (the city's largest), along with Little Mountain Park, the Charleswood former-golf-course area, Kings Park and Westview Park (Garbage Hill). For fully-fenced options, head to Bonnycastle downtown, Brenda Leipsic in Charleswood, or the Transcona Boulevard dog park.
Which Winnipeg dog parks are fenced?
Most of Winnipeg's off-leash areas are not fenced — the City notes off-leash areas are "not fenced in, unless otherwise noted." The main fully-fenced enclosures are Bonnycastle Park downtown (turf and lights), Brenda Leipsic Dog Park (large, double-gated) and the Transcona Boulevard dog park (separate small- and large-dog areas). Maple Grove Park has a fenced pen for puppies and small dogs, but its main area is unfenced.
What are the rules and hours for off-leash dog areas in Winnipeg?
City off-leash sites are open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. (or as posted). Owners must be present and within view of their dog, keep it under voice control, carry a leash in hand, pick up all waste and fill any holes their dog digs. Aggressive dogs and females in heat aren't allowed, and every dog must be licensed under the Responsible Pet Ownership By-law 92/2013.
Can dogs swim at Winnipeg dog parks?
There's no formal off-leash dog beach in Winnipeg. Several off-leash areas sit along the rivers — Bourkevale Park is right on the Assiniboine riverbank and Maple Grove borders the Red River — but these are unfenced and currents/banks vary, so supervise closely. Note that Kilcona Park's ponds sit on a former landfill and are not safe for swimming or drinking.
Last updated June 2026. Spotted an error, a closure, or a spot we missed? Let us know — we keep the map current.