The best dog-friendly hikes and walks in Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park

Sunset Pond is a small neighbourhood pond surrounded by a paved walking path, natural grasses, and open green space. Reeds line parts of the shoreline, with viewing areas and benches that make for a lovely place to pause and enjoy the water views. The pond attracts birds and local wildlife throughout the seasons, adding a quiet, natural element to the surrounding community.

This is an easy, paved trail that circles the Sunset Ridge neighbourhood pond through open green space with wide views across the water. It is a popular shared route for walking, running, and casual biking, with benches, viewing areas, and plenty of opportunities to spot birds along the shoreline. It's a great route for a quiet stroll without travelling too far from home.

This small spur leads to a nice viewpoint of the Bow River, which travels from Banff National Park to the Hudson Bay, a 587-kilometer journey. It's known for its fast-moving water and fishing.

The River Avenue Bridge is a truss bridge that spans about 200 meters over the Bow River, carrying pedestrians over the waterway with scenic views below.

There are parking lots on both ends of this long paved section of the Trans Canada Trail where dogs can run off-leash. There is access to the river but not a lot of shade, so come prepared.

The 12 Mile Coulee trail system is a mix of paved and natural trails that meander on both sides of the creek. The trails are multi-use so expect to see hikers, runners, and mountain bikers while you're out on the trail. There are multiple creeks crossing and the trails often intersect, so it's easy to create your own loop or do a simple out and back.

This community garden is a place for members to grow their own annual vegetables and flowers, while perennial plants and invasive species are prohibited. It's a place for community members to socialize and show off their green thumbs.

This section of the riverside path along the Bow River offers a quiet place to pause beside the water. A bench here looks out over the broad river as it flows past Cochrane, making it a pleasant spot to sit and take in the view. The Bow River is known for its clear, glacier-fed water flowing from the Rocky Mountains. While people sometimes wade along the shoreline in summer, the current can be strong and the water stays very cold year-round, so entering the river should be done with caution.