What makes it 76% Couple-Friendly: Shaded riverside picnic spots, 2.5-km loop for sunset walks, and quiet wetland bird-watching create a romantic setting, but no café or evening lighting lowers comfort slightly.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Couples can picnic by the river and complete the 2.5 km loop without rushing.
Riverside Picnic:
Use a picnic table or blanket by the Bow River for a quiet meal together.
Tip: Arrive before noon for a spot with shade and calm water views.
Sunrise/Sunset Walk:
Follow the 2.5 km Bow River Loop via the Eric Harvie Bridge for skyline and river vistas.
Tip: Start 30 minutes before sunset to catch golden light on the water.
View Bronze Sculptures:
See Henri Jacquemart’s Deux Chiens Assis near the main lot.
Tip: Frame the statues with the river in the background for couples photos.
Wetland Bird Watching:
Spot mallards, herons and geese along the marsh edges.
Tip: Bring binoculars and visit early morning when birds are most active.
Nature Photography:
Capture poplar groves, shrublands and river reflections.
Tip: Shoot in late afternoon for the best contrast and warm light.

Bharat Shah
There are over 160 off-leash dog areas in multi used parks for Calgarians and their dogs to play and enjoy. Among all those, Sue Higgins Park, that lies in 62-hectare natural area at the banks of Bow River in Calgary South East, is the largest. In this fenced park, there are a couple of main areas and a number of smaller fenced areas for hundreds of dogs and their human companions. There is a 4 km...
Mahmoud kh
"Step into a paradise tailored for our four-legged companions and their devoted owners! This dog park is a testament to the joy and camaraderie shared between dogs and humans alike. As you enter, a sense of excitement fills the air as pups of all breeds and sizes romp freely across lush green fields, their tails wagging with boundless enthusiasm. The attention to detail is evident in every corner...
L. Smith
What a great place to just let your dog roam free and wild! Secure gates ensure your pet is always safe and secure within the confines of the park. I let my Lab Ruby run free here for the first time, she had a blast! She always had a huge smile on her face and the other dogs were well behaved. If it's summer time and it's hot outside, let your dog run in the river and cool off. 😎 A great place to...
Craig H
My dog and I really like this dog park! It is large and spacious. It has multiple paths to access the Bow river. It has plenty of garbage bins around the park so it is very easy to pick up after your dog and make the appropriate deposit. It is fully fenced in! Cheers all, and dont forget to treat your dog to a walk at Sue Higgins off leash park!!!
T_T
Huge park with a good variety of adventure in open fields, small hills, scrub, trees and multiple (4 to be exact) places to swim along the river. All fenced. Only thing that would really improve this park (removing people and other dogs from the equation) would be to add poop bag dispensers. Our girl (@lookandyoumacey) loves it here.
Spring trails may be muddy—wear waterproof shoes. Summer mornings and evenings are cooler. Late September brings vibrant fall foliage along the riverbank. In winter paths can freeze—use traction cleats.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Park entry | CAD 0 |
| Picnic supplies | CAD 25 |
| Coffee-to-go | CAD 10 |
| Total Estimated | CAD 35 |
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