Drop-in and bookable fire pits at community parks
Smaller residential-style fire pits have been set up at select community parks across the city. These are free-to-use from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and weekends, but priority will be given to those who book the fire pits with a permit.
Use of our fire pits is subject to any fire bans.
Before you visit
- Bring enough wood to burn for your booking
- Have a fire safety plan
- Pick one person to be in charge of the fire
- Have a way to quickly put out the fire if needed
- Bring a first aid kit just in case
- Bring water to put out the fire (there may not be enough snow on site)
Fire pit locations
You can use our fire pits between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. weekdays and weekends. Bookable times are 12-3 p.m., 4-6 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
New locations coming soon!
Note: Some of our fire pits may be snow covered and not easily visible. City crews are attempting to dig them out for public use.
N.W. parks
| Park | Fire pit location |
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West Confederation Park (formerly Canmore Park) |
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Collingwood Off-leash Park |
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Mount Pleasant - Confederation Park |
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Country Hills Park |
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Crescent Heights Park |
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Highwood |
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Hillhurst - Riley Park |
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Panorama Hills |
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Bowness - Queen Elizabeth Park |
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Ranchlands - Ranchero Park |
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Sunnyside |
N.E. parks
| Park | Fire pit location |
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Abbeydale |
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Big Marlborough Park |
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Bridgeland Plaza |
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Coventry Hills |
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Harvest Hills Park |
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Taradale - Manmeet Singh Bhullar Park |
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Mayland Heights |
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Westwinds - Prairie Winds Park |
S.W. parks
| Park | Fire pit location |
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Buckmaster Park |
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Spruce Cliff - Cedar Crescent Park |
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Cliff Bungalow Park |
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Evergreen Park |
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Glamorgan Park |
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Glenbrook Park |
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Meadowlark Park |
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Shawnessy |
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South Glenmore - Variety Park |
S.E. parks
| Park | Fire pit location |
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Applewood Park |
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Auburn Bay |
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Copperfield Park |
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Deer Ridge Park |
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Ogden - George Moss Park |
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Maple Ridge Golf Course |
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Riverbend |
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Dover - Valleyview Park |
How to get a permit
Getting a permit to book a fire pit is easy and free!
Check your desired location and time slot for availability and click "select my time".
Note: you will need to create a Live and Play account to book.
What to burn
You must bring your own firewood to use in our fire pits (no permit required).
Do not burn:
- Twigs, fallen branches, pinecones or other materials found in the park
- Wood that is painted, treated or contains glue or resin
- Wood from a different location, region or province
- Elm wood
- Wet or green/fresh cut wood
- Yard waste (cut grass or leaves)
- Garbage
- Rubber or plastic
- Furniture
- Fireworks or other incendiary devices
Bring your own equipment
- Lighters, matches, pokers, etc.
- Roasting sticks, metal skewers, grill baskets, etc.
- Marshmallows, hot dogs, hot chocolate, etc. (alcohol is not permitted)
- Folding chairs
Fire safety
- Don't try to move or alter the fire pits
- Keep flames at a reasonable size (one metre high and one metre wide)
- Do not leave a burning fire unattended
- When you're done, put out all flames and embers with water or snow (soak, stir and soak it again)
- Keep it clean - don't place food on the mesh cover and clean up any garbage
- Be a good neighbour and share the fire pits
- Be respectful to plants and wildlife
- Bad behaviour, out of control flames and damage to the park may result in fines up to $10,000
How to cancel your permit
If you can't use your booking, please cancel your permit so someone else can book your spot. Email facilitybooking@calgary.ca to cancel your permit and booking.
Questions, issues or complaints
If you have any questions or concerns related to an existing booking, email facilitybooking@calgary.ca.
To report a complaint, please contact 3-1-1.