Parks and Trails

• Trails are for non-motorized use only. Mobility devices and e-bikes are permitted. 

• Pedestrians and mobility devices always have the right of way 

• Horses are allowed on the Woodland and Biener trails only. 

• Ride at a safe speed and in control, recommended maximum of 20 kilometres per hour. 

• Ride on the right, pass on the left. 

• When stopped, move safely off to one side of the trail. 

• Warn others you are passing by using your bell or calling out. 

• Keep dogs leashed and in your care and control. 

• Clean up after your dog. Pick up, bag and dispose of waste properly. 

• Show courtesy to all trail users. Share the trail. 

• Put garbage in its place. Leave no trace. 

• Stay on the trail. Respect private property and natural vegetation. 

To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all park users, both two and four legged, please follow the rules of use. 

• Dog park is for dogs, their owners and handlers and those accompanying them 

• Do not treat the park as a children's playground 

• Children under 12 must be always accompanied by an adult and kept under strict supervision 

• Do not allow children to run in the area and chase after dogs 

• Leash your dog when entering and exiting the park 

• Do not open both gates at the same time and please carry the leashes within the park 

• Limit of 3 dogs per handler 

• A handler aged 12 or older must always be present and in control of their dogs 

• Dogs should be spayed or neutered. No female dogs in heat allowed 

• Ensure that your dog(s) is vaccinated and in good health before using the dog park 

• Dogs must be always licensed and have a visible dog tag 

• Puppies must have their 12 week shots. Puppies should be four months old before coming to the dog park 

• Dogs must always be under control and in sight of their handler 

• Be ready to take control of any situation, you are responsible for your dog's behaviour 

• Owners and handlers must pick up after their pets per the municipal by-law 

• Fill in any holes your dog digs or make appropriate repairs to disturbed area 

• No toys, no human or dog food, or treats, no alcohol 

• No smoking (methane gas may be present) 

• Aggressive dogs are not permitted in the off-leash area. Persistent aggressive action by dogs or people will not be tolerated; both the handler and the dog will be asked to leave 

• Violators may have their park privileges suspended 

• All dog owners and park users assume all risk related to park use 

• Dog owners are subject to Ontario's Dog Owner's Liability Act 

• Respect the rights of others 

• Be safe and have fun! 

• 10th Concession trailhead parking area (Biener's Bush and Woodland Trail) 

• Biener's Bush/Bushline Trail access from Summerside Place 

• Lane at Hilker and Gustavus Street 

• North Shore Park (at harbour parking lot) 

• Nodwell Park 

• Off Leash Dog Park 

• Pierson Park 

• Port Elgin Harbour (by office) 

• Port Elgin Main Beach parking lot 

• Saugeen Rail Trail at River St 

• Skate Park 

• Throughout Downtown Port Elgin (on Goderich St between Elgin and Catherine St) 

• Chantry View Drive by beach access 

• Denny's Dam 

• Fisherman's Park 

• Helliwell Park 

• Jubilee Park 

• Long Dock parking area (at Gerry's Fast Food) 

• Millard Blvd/Southampton Flag (near washroom) 

• Perkins Park (beside washroom) 

• Saugeen Rail Trail at Memorial Gardens (Peel St side) 

• South Street at Rail Trail access 

• South Street by beach access 

• Throughout Downtown Southampton (on High St) 

• Dead tree standing 

• Low branches 

• Cracks 

• Fallen limbs 

• General decline in tree health 

• Pest infestation or tree disease 

• Trimming request 

• Other tree health concerns or unexpected changes in the tree