What makes it 58% Baby-Friendly: Stroller-friendly gravel paths and washrooms with change tables help parents, but no playground, no indoor nursing room, and many unleashed dogs mean constant vigilance is needed.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allows time for a stroller walk, picnic breaks, diaper changes and a gentle pace around the park.
Stroller-Friendly River Walk:
Explore the wide gravel paths along the Bow River with your stroller.
Tip: Use the front-wheel lock and add a small cushion for a smoother ride; watch for occasional bumps.
Picnic at Bench-Style Tables:
Sit at picnic tables near the north washrooms for easy feeding and changing.
Tip: Bring a portable high seat and disinfecting wipes to clean the bench before use.
Baby-Changing Facilities:
Use the heated north parking lot washrooms with built-in changing tables.
Tip: Plan diaper changes here; the washrooms open at 5 a.m. and close at 11 p.m.

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.
Summer: Pack a sunhat, sunscreen and insect spray. Winter: Paths can ice over—wear boots with good traction. Spring/Fall: Check Calgary Parks website for trail maintenance updates before visiting.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Park access | CAD 0 |
| Snacks and drinks | CAD 15 |
| Total Estimated | CAD 15 |
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