Drop-in and bookable fire pits at parks
Summer fire pit bookings open Monday, April 3, 2023.
Winter fire pits are bookable from Nov. 7, 2022 until March 31, 2023.
Alcohol is permitted at some fire pits. Please see list below for fire pit locations where alcohol is permitted. Learn about sites designated for alcohol consumption in Calgary parks.
You can use our fire pits between 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and weekends. Our fire pits are available for bookings from 12 - 2 p.m. , 4 - 6 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m. weekdays and weekends.
Note: All fire pits use is subject to local fire bans.
Before you visit
- Bring enough wood to burn for your booking. Please don't use trees or other materials from the park in fire pits. This damages trees and disturbs wildlife.
- 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
How to book a fire pit
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.
Fire pit locations
N.E. parks
Community | Park | Fire pit location | Alcohol consumption allowed? |
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Westwinds |
Prairie Winds Park - South Fire Pit
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Bridgeland |
Bridgeland Plaza |
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Bridgeland |
McDougall Park |
Yes |
|
Renfrew |
Stanley Jones Park |
Yes |
N.W. parks
Community | Park | Fire pit location | Alcohol consumption allowed? |
---|---|---|---|
Charleswood |
West Confederation |
West Confederation fire pit location
|
Yes |
Mount Pleasant |
Confederation Park |
Confederation Park fire pit location
|
Yes |
West Hillhurst |
West Hillhurst Playground |
West Hillhurst Park fire pit location
|
No |
S.E. parks
Community | Park | Fire pit location | Alcohol consumption allowed? |
---|---|---|---|
Forest Lawn |
Elliston Park |
Yes |
|
Inglewood |
Inglewood River Walk |
Yes |
S.W. parks
Park | Fire pit location | Alcohol consumption allowed? | |
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Evergreen |
Evergreen
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What to burn
You must bring your own firewood to use in our fire pits (no permit required). Remember to Burn It Where You Buy It.
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
During your visit
- Keep it clean - clean up any garbage before leaving the area
- Be respectful to plants and wildlife
- Don't try to move the fire pit while it's turned on or still hot
- Keep flames at a reasonable size (one metre high and one metre wide)
- When you're done, turn off the propane
- Bad behaviour, out of control flames and damage to the park may result in fines up to $10,000