Parks and Trails

Breslau

Breslau Memorial Park, Joseph Street

Hopewell Park, Flanders Road

Bloomingdale

Conestogo

Conestogo Park, Evening Star Lane

Priddle Park, Golf Course Road

Elmira

Aspen Park, Aspen Crescent

Ann Street Park, Ann Street

Bolender Park, Church Street

Bristow Park, First Avenue W - Enjoy our Skateboard Park or sit and enjoy the scenery and gardens.

Gibson Park , First Avenue E

Gore Park, Arthur Street

Industrial Park, Park Street West

Memorial Park, Arthur Street North

Park Manor, Mockingbird Drive

Lion's Park, Barnswallow Drive

Bristow Creek Park, Harness Lane

Bitternut Park, Bitternut Place

Crane Park, Peregine Crescent

Westfield Park, Killdeer Road

Seiling Park, Arthur Street North

Victoria Glen

Floradale

Floradale Park, Florapine Road

St. Jacobs 

Optimist Park, King Street North

Snider Park, Parkside Drive

Snider Memorial Park King Street North

Riverside Meadows, Water Street

Schaner Park, Isabella Street South

Valleyview Park, Water Street 

Heidelberg

Maryhill

West Montrose

Letson Park, Riverview Road

Gole Park, Bridge Street

Hike Schedule

Woolwich Trails Group Hikes are BACK! 2023 WTG Winter Hike Schedule 

Trail User's Code 

Please respect all trail users and private landowners by abiding to the following:

• Stay on marked routes and do not leave the trail
• Owners MUST keep dogs leashed and stoop and scoop (Township of Woolwich By-law #36-93)
• Respect the privacy of people living adjacent to any trail
• Hunting is not allowed on or near any trail
• Do not disturb farm animals or wildlife
• Leave flowers, plants and trees for others to enjoy
• Abide by the signs regarding permitted trail use
• Please stay to the right and allow others to pass to your left
• Motorized vehicles are not allowed on trails except for snowmobiles on designated sections of the Kissing Bridge Trailway
• Cyclists are to ring their bell or call out to announce their presence when approaching other trail users
• Leave nothing but thanks and take nothing but pictures

 Uses Not Permitted on Trails

Recreational vehicles (ATVs, 4x4s and motor bikes) are not permitted on public trails in Woolwich Township for safety reasons. 

Charges under the Trespass to Property Act can be laid against anyone found on properties without permission.

If you witness recreational vehicles on a public trail or are a landowner experiencing a problem with trespassing, call the Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-3000 and request a cruiser and report the incident to the Township of Woolwich By-law Division by leaving a message at 519-669-6009.

Dogs on Public Trails

Please keep our trails safe and clean for all users!

As a courtesy to other trail users, you must keep your dog on a leash at all times on public trails as per Township By-law #36-93.  This By-law also states that dog owners must clean up after their pet.  Owners are liable for their dog's actions under the Ontario Dog Owners Liability Act.  Both offences carry a fine up to $350. Dog waste must be bagged and disposed of in the proper manner.  The Township's Animal Control Officer monitors trail usage by dog owners.

Elmira and St. Jacobs both host Off Leash Dog Parks. Information is available below.

Woolwich Trails Group

Guidebook to Woolwich Trails

The Guidebook to Woolwich Trails offers full colour mapping, GPS locators, Municipal Emergency Addresses, Trail facts and tips for safe hiking.  Check out the Woolwich Trails Group website for a full list of locations where it is available for purchase.

Elmira Dog Park

75 Oriole Parkway East, Elmira ON

This location is proudly sponsored by Elmira Pet Products. The Elmira Dog Park is a .8 acre fenced location. Parking is available on South Field Drive (96 Southfield Dr. Elmira). Please be mindful not to park on Oriole Parkway East, as this space is used by the Elmira Scouts.

Dogs must be leashed between the parking lot and the fencing.

Amenities include a Sutera dog waste bin.

Please note that there is no winter maintenance. The park is considered "open" from May 1st to October 31st.

St. Jacob's Dog Park

65 Water St., St. Jacobs ON

The St. Jacobs Dog Park is an unfenced park, located in an wooded area just South of the sewage treatment plant. Access is off of the Health Valley Trail, or off of Princess St. (near Riverside Meadows Park). Parking is available near the St. Jacobs Fire Station. 

Dogs must be leashed between the parking lot(s) and on the Health Valley Trail, until you have reached the Dog Park signs.

Please note that there is no winter maintenance. The park is considered "open" from May 1st to October 31st.

 Dog Park Rules

 Please adhere to the following rules, when using the Township of Woolwich Dog Parks:

• All dogs MUST have up to date vaccinations, rabies shots and license tags.
• Use the off leash area at your own risk; no winter maintenance.
• Dogs must be leashed while entering and exiting the off leash area.

• Due to the natural environment, no smoking, treats or food please.
• Not every dog shares well with others. Please use toys with care.

• You are responsible for your dog. Please keep your dog within sight and under verbal control
• Please pick up after your dog.
• No puppies under 4 months, female dogs in heat, unneutered, sick dogs or aggressive dogs.
• Dogs required by law to be leashed and muzzled must remain so while in the off leash area.
• Children MUST be supervised by an adult AT ALL TIMES.
• Parents are advised this site is NOT suitable for young children.
• Off-leash area users are subject to the Dog Owners’ Liability Act. 

 Coyote Sightings & Dog Park Safety

There have been coyote sightings in the areas of the dog parks.

We are lucky to have an abundance of naturalized areas in the Township, for which many wild animals call home. There have been coyote sightings reported in the areas around the dog parks, and other Township trails. Although coyotes are wild animals and can be dangerous, coyote sightings are generally not something to be alarmed by.

Please note the following safety tips:

• Do not approach or feed coyotes.
• Please supervise your dog(s).
• Poop and scoop.
  • Coyotes are highly attracted to pet feces. Cleaning up after your dog will help prevent attracting coyotes to the area
• Carry a noise-making item, like a whistle.
  • If you see a coyote, make noise and stand tall. Do not run. Pick up small dogs if you think a coyote is near.
• Avoid trails at dusk and dawn.
• Leave treats and food at home.

If you feel threatened, call 911.

• Use address 35 Albert St. E. St. Jacobs for the St. Jacobs Dog Park. This is the address for the trail entrance.
• Use address 75 Oriole Parkway E. for the Elmira Scout Park.

General Information about Coyotes:

• Coyotes are normally wary of humans and avoid people whenever possible. Typically they pose no danger, but people need to be aware that there are potential risks to small dogs, other pets and even humans if threatened.
• Coyotes are generally shy, cautious and non-confrontational, but can be curious and experimental.
• Coyotes vary in colour from blonds to reds to browns.
• Coyotes are very adaptable and can do well in any area that includes forest areas or other areas where the food source is plentiful. They inhabit farmlands and other natural valley lands, ravines and parks of urban areas.
• Coyotes do provide benefits to agriculture and urban areas by assisting in the control of small mammals such as mice, rats, rabbits, groundhogs and woodchucks.
• Coyotes tend to be most active at dusk, dawn and throughout the night.
• Sightings across Ontario have been increasing over the past number of years.
• Learn more about Coyotes on the Ministry of Natural Resources Website.
• The City of Kitchener has developed a Coyote Fact Sheet, which also has useful information.

To report a coyote sighting, please fill out this form.