Parks
Waterloo has over 325 parks and green spaces — help keep them clean and enjoyable for everyone. Pick up after yourself and throw your garbage out properly.
Waterloo Park
Known as the jewel of the city, Waterloo Park has an animal farm, splashpad, picnic areas, sport fields, playgrounds and more.
Bechtel Park
A large park on the city’s east side, Bechtel has an indoor fieldhouse, soccer and baseball fields, a dog park and more.
Hillside Park
Hillside is a popular place for baseball games and tournaments, and to explore walking trails.
Westmount Sports Park
One of Waterloo’s newest parks, Westmount has grass sports fields, an interactive play area and trails.
Park directory
Information on small and medium-sized parks, forested areas and environmental reserves.
Community programs in parks
You can get involved in community stewardship programs in parks throughout spring, summer and fall.
Apply for a park access permit
Find out how to apply for a park access permit and work on easement lands.
Parks dedication program
Dedicate a place of significance in one of Waterloo's parks in honour of someone important to you.
Dog parks and waste containers
The city has a leash-free dog park at Bechtel Park. Special dog waste containers are available in several parks.