Enjoy Nature with Your Furry Friend
Our parks are a great place to bring the whole family – even your dogs! While at our parks, please remember they are natural areas.
Please observe our dog rules and etiquette. Dogs must be on a leash of six feet or less at all times. This is for their safety, and it also shows consideration for other park visitors who may be afraid of wandering dogs. Our parks are also home to species-at-risk. These species can be in danger when dogs are loose. Oh – and don’t forget to come prepared to pick up after Fido.
Note: Some sections of trail are not suitable for pets. Please check the trail descriptions on our park pages for more information.
Photo Gallery
![A young couple walking their two dogs along a grassy path.](https://files.cvc.ca/cvc/uploads/2021/02/Albion-Hills-Conservation-Area-October-hike-with-dogs-2-1.jpg)
![A group of adults walking a dog along a trail at Terra Cotta Conservation Area.](https://files.cvc.ca/cvc/uploads/2021/02/TerraCotta-FreeDay-LB1806-6836.jpg)
![A dog on a leash looking forward along a trail at Terra Cotta.](https://files.cvc.ca/cvc/uploads/2021/02/TerraCotta-FreeDay-LB1806-6713.jpg)
![A man walking four dogs along a trail at Terra Cotta Conservation Area.](https://files.cvc.ca/cvc/uploads/2021/02/TerraCotta20150811-39.jpg)
![A woman crouching down to pet her dog while it takes a rest.](https://files.cvc.ca/cvc/uploads/2021/02/Picture-175.jpg)
![A dog carrying a stick in the winter.](https://files.cvc.ca/cvc/uploads/2021/02/Island-Lake-Conservation-Area-Credit-Valley-Orangeville-25.jpg)
![A couple walking their dog in the winter at Island Lake Conservation Area.](https://files.cvc.ca/cvc/uploads/2021/02/Island-Lake-Conservation-Area-Credit-Valley-Orangeville-7.jpg)
![A woman walking her dog along the Elora Cataract Trailway in the summer.](https://files.cvc.ca/cvc/uploads/2021/02/IMG_1916.jpg)
Upcoming Events
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Park News
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![A dog on a leash, wearing winter gear in the snow, holding a stick.](https://files.cvc.ca/cvc/uploads/2021/06/Island-Lake-Conservation-Area-Credit-Valley-Orangeville-25-feature.jpg)
Love ’em & leash ’em
Dogs must be on a leash of six feet or less at all times. It’s the law at our parks.
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