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Dog Parks & Off-Leash Areas in Ottawa

6 off-leash dog parks and dog areas listed in Ottawa. Filter by region and features to find the right park for your dog. Always confirm hours, rules and any seasonal restrictions on ottawa.ca before you go.

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The Rideau Canal in Ottawa — representing the green parkland and waterways central to Ottawa's dog off-leash area network, including Bilberry Creek

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Bilberry Creek Dog Off-Leash Area

East · Orleans / Bilberry Creek

Bilberry Drive, Ottawa, ON K1C 6M1

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Hours: Daily 5am-11pm

One of Ottawa's most popular off-leash areas, located in Orleans. Fully fenced large area with separate small-dog section. Ottawa dog licence required. Very popular during weekday mornings and weekend afternoons. Accessible via transit (Bus routes to Orleans).

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The Ottawa River and Parliament Hill viewed from Ottawa — the Ottawa River corridor includes NCC off-leash areas such as Bate Island

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Bate Island Off-Leash Area (NCC)

West · Westboro / Island Park

Bate Island, Ottawa River Parkway, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4T4

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Hours: Daily dawn to dusk (NCC parkway rules)

A scenic Ottawa River island accessible by a footbridge from the Ottawa River Parkway. Off-leash swimming area along the Ottawa River. Managed by the NCC (National Capital Commission). Dogs must be under control; NCC rules apply. Popular summer swimming spot for dogs. Ottawa licence typically required — confirm NCC rules for this area.

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