Drop-in and bookable fire pits at parks
Summer Bookings - First Monday in April - Last Sunday in October
Winter Bookings - First Monday in November - Last Sunday in March.
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.
Fire pits are available to book daily from 12-2 pm, 4-6 pm, 7-9 pm seven days a week. While bookings are not required, permit holders are given priority.
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 | Season | Alcohol consumption allowed? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeland |
Bridgeland Plaza |
Year round |
No |
|
| Bridgeland |
McDougall Park |
Year round |
Yes |
|
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Marlborough Park |
Big Marlborough Park by ice rink |
Winter |
No |
N.W. parks
| Community | Park | Fire pit location | Season | Alcohol consumption allowed? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleswood |
West Confederation #1 "Canmore" NW of parking lot |
West Confederation fire pit location
|
Year round |
Yes |
| Charleswood |
West Confederation #2 "Canmore" Closest to parking lot |
West Confederation fire pit location
|
Winter |
Yes |
| Charleswood |
West Confederation #3 "Canmore" Closest to ball diamond |
West Confederation fire pit location
|
Winter |
Yes |
| Hillhurst | Riley Park |
|
Winter |
Yes |
| Mount Pleasant |
Confederation Park |
Confederation Park fire pit location
|
Year round |
Yes |
| Montgomery |
Shouldice Park |
Shouldice Park fire pit location
|
Winter |
Yes |
| West Hillhurst |
West Hillhurst Playground |
West Hillhurst Park fire pit location
|
Winter |
No |
S.E. parks
| Community | Park | Fire pit location | Season | Alcohol consumption allowed? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Applewood |
Applewood |
Year round |
No |
|
|
Copperfield |
Copperfield |
Year round |
No |
|
| Douglasdale | Douglas Glen Park, by the picnic table NW of ice rink |
Winter |
No |
|
|
Dover |
Valleyview Park |
Year round |
No |
|
| Forest Lawn |
Elliston Park |
Year round |
No |
|
| Inglewood |
Inglewood River Walk |
Year round |
Yes |
|
| Inglewood |
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, In front of the Nature Centre grass by parking lot |
Year round |
No |
|
| McKenzie Towne | McKenzie Towne Park |
Winter |
Yes |
|
| Seton | Seton Community Park |
Winter |
No |
S.W. parks
| Community | Park | Fire pit location | Season | Alcohol consumption allowed? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altadore |
Sandy Beach (7 sites) |
Permanent Picnic Sites (# 1, 3, 4 ,5, 7, 8, 9) |
Winter |
Yes |
| Evergreen |
Evergreen |
Year round |
No |
|
| Lakeview | North Glenmore Park (6 sites) |
North Glenmore Park fire pit locations:
|
Winter |
Yes |
|
Parkhill |
Stanley Park |
Winter |
Yes |
|
| Spruce Cliff | Edworthy Park (6 sites) |
Edworthy fire pit locations: |
Winter |
Yes |
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
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If you can't use your booking, please cancel your permit so someone else can book your spot.
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If you have any questions or concerns related to an existing booking, email parksbookings@calgary.ca.
To report a complaint, please contact 3-1-1.
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Did you know? You can enjoy your personal, portable propane fire pit at City of Calgary picnic sites. Personal wood burning fire pits are not allowed.