Town of Port Hawkesbury Opens a new Off-Leash Dog Park

Aug 5, 2026 | Local News

The Town of Port Hawkesbury says it has opened a new Off-Leash Dog Park at the community’s waterfront.
The town, in a social media post,  says the dog park was made possible through the efforts of its Community Development Committee.
Pet owners must bring a leash with them, and only dogs with effective recall skills can be off-leash in that area.

The new off-leash dog park in Port Hawkesbury. (Town of Port Hawkesbury photo)

Also you must keep you dog in sight, and you will be responsible for any damages or injuries caused by the dog in your care.
Aggressive dogs, female dogs in heat and puppies under three months old are not permitted in the off-leash area.
You must also pick up your dog’s waste immediately

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