Bechtel Park
Bechtel Park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. The park's indoor field house, the Manulife Soccer and Sports Centre, is currently open daily for pre-booked programs and rentals only.
Check our closures page to find out when we're closed for holidays.
Facility info
Park staff can be reached during business hours at 519-576-2420.
If you're driving, the main entrance to the park is at 185 Bridge Street West. Free parking is available. Follow roads into the park and watch for signage.
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Using the facility
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Amenities and attractions
Bechtel Park is located on 100 acres of land on the city's east side. Many areas are available for rent. Amenities and attractions include:
- indoor field house
- leash-free dog park
- large forested area with wetlands
- trails for hiking and cross-country skiing (view city trail map for details)
- three soccer fields (one of which has lights)
- hardball stadium with lights, dressing rooms and press box
- batting cage
- four hard-surface tennis / pickleball courts with lights
- playground
Indoor field house
The Manulife Soccer and Sports Centre has unrestricted turf floor space (33.5 x 62m) and a ceiling height of 11 metres. It is commonly used by community groups, schools and sports teams for training. If you're coming for a drop-in program, note we only accept cash and cheque at this location.
Cancellations
During poor weather, check cancellations on our field conditions page.
Dog park
The south end of the park has a large leash-free area for dogs. Rules for the park:
- don't bring treats or toys
- don't bring puppies (under four months), aggressive dogs, or dogs in heat
- dogs older than seven months must be spayed or neutered
- kids under the age of 12 must come with an adult
- pick up dog waste and dispose in the designated receptacle
- dogs must have proper licences and vaccinations
- stay in close control of your dog at all times