Black bear baiting is permitted in select wildland provincial parks where black bear hunting is allowed. Refer to the provincial parks general directive and hunting regulations for further information.
Fur-bearing animal baiting is permitted in a provincial park, provincial recreation area or wildland provincial park if the trapper is authorized to trap in the park. Refer to the provincial parks general directive for further information.
Dogs are welcome in provincial parks, provincial recreation areas and wildland provincial parks if the animal is kept on a leash no more than 2 meters or in a cage.
With the exception of certified partner dogs accompanying people with disabilities, pets are not allowed in public:
More information can be found on our Dogs in Parks info sheet.
Working dogs are permitted off leash in a provincial park, provincial recreation area or wildland provincial park if an authorized hunter is actively hunting game birds and the dog(s) can return on command. Please note that are numerous requirements to be aware of in the provincial parks general directive for this activity.
Working dogs are permitted off leash in wildland parks and Castle Provincial Park if an authorized hunter is actively hunting cougar, the dog(s) can return on command and are GPS tracked. Please note there are numerous requirements to be aware of in the provincial parks general directive for this activity.
It may be unlawful to remove found dead wildlife from a provincial park, wildland provincial park or provincial recreation area. Contact the local Parks Division Office for more info.
In a natural area, you may be able to possess found dead wildlife or parts of wildlife if you have a permit. For more information please contact the local Fish & Wildlife Office.
Hunters may field dress or hang big game in a provincial park, provincial recreation area or wildland provincial park if the person is allowed to hunt big game in the current park at the time and the offal is left a minimum of 183 meters from any facility area.
Please follow safe storage practices to prevent human-wildlife conflicts. Refer to the provincial park general directive for further information.
Bison may not be hunted in other wildland provincial parks as there is no licensed hunting season for these animals.
