Dog parks are a great way for dogs and owners to have fun and make new friends. By following the rules of the park, being considerate of other owners and dogs, and closely supervising your own dog, you will contribute to the safe and inviting atmosphere many parks provide.
The Town has two areas where dogs may walk off of their leashes:
This trail is located along the shoreline north-west of the Salt Docks on Salt Dock Rd.
This park is located at the corner of William St. and Mill Lake Rd. Within the park there is a fenced area labelled as the "Dog Obedience Training Area". This is where dogs may be let off of their leashes.
(July 16, 2021) - In accordance with the Province of Ontario's Roadmap to Reopen announced on May 20, certain activities and amenities are permitted to reopen to the public. As of July 16, 2021, the Province of Ontario has entered Stage 3 of the reopening plan. For complete restrictions see the Provincial webpage.
The following restrictions are in effect during Stage 3 under the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act, 2020:
Everyone using these outdoor recreational amenities is required to physically distance from anyone who is not in their household. This means staying 2 meters or 6 feet away from other people. If you arrive at a park that is crowded, you should wait until there is enough space to physically distance or return at another time.
Users of the Town of Parry Sound’s parks system are reminded that these areas are available for use at your own risk and are not regularly sanitized. An inherent risk of exposure to communicable diseases including COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present.
Outdoor sports are permitted during Stage 3 under the direction of the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act, 2020.
Outdoor fitness classes are permitted with restrictions in outdoor spaces. If you are planning on hosting an outdoor fitness class in a public park, please contact the Manager of Parks and Recreation.
Organized gatherings of up to 100 persons outdoors are permitted at this time under the direction of the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act, 2020.
If you are interested in hosting an organized event in a park, please contact the Manager of Parks and Recreation.
Please note that these rules are enforced under the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act, 2020. Under O. Reg. 8/21: Enforcement of COVID-19 Measures, any provincial offences officer (including police and by-law enforcement) have the authority to issue warnings, fines, and/or prosecution upon persons found in violation of these rules.
For questions regarding the parks and their use, please contact the Manager of Parks and Recreation.
While in these areas owners must follow the posted rules:
A pit bull must be leashed and muzzled at all times in the recreation area.