Shubie Park — Attraction in Dartmouth

I used to love Shubie off-leash park but it's not what it used to be. First, Peach and I are walking when we get passed by a slow jogger. When Peach caught up to her on the path she starts freaking out. I ask what's wrong and she says "I'm scared of your dog". I tell her she's harmless and that if she's scared of dogs she should go to the section where dogs have to be on a leash. She tells me I can't tell her what to do and that I'm lucky she hasn't told me to put her on a leash.... seriously?! I didn't take kind to that and in my head I gave her a good bop to the nose.

I was gonna leave then I thought that wasn't fair to Peach.... didn't the next dog come up and bite her right on the lip! They told me to check for blood cause she usually goes for the dog's face....honestly, why are you at an off leash park if your dog has behavioural issues?!

I'm tired of the look I get from some people when they see Peach. I wouldn't take her somewhere if I knew she was aggressive, I respect others and wouldn't want to ruin someone else's experience. Off to buy her some ice cream.... think she earned it!

1 star for people's behavior! ...

Shubie is a well kept park and great for a walk in nature within the city. There are also well marked off leash sections for those who love to walk or jog along side of their dog. Bicycles are also permitted on sections of the trails but need to give right of way to pediatricians.

With patience you might be able to find some black capped chickadees that will come and light on your hand. Overall, a great place to introduce younger children to wildlife and nature without leaving the city.

The only downside is that because it is in the city, it can get busy at times. When it does get busy finding parking can be an issue so you might have to park outside of the park on the side of the road and walk in. It is still worth exploring, but don't expect to have the park to yourself. Since there is no half stars I gave a 5 star, but really feel it is more like a 4.5 out of 5 just because of how busy it can get which is really unavoidable being inside the city.

//Update// We went back last night to visit. Still a 5 star...

Awesome walking park in the city! Only issue I see is patrons taking their dogs off leash in areas clearly designated as leashed. Lovely in the summer with kayak rentals and a nice swimming beach. I love the history of the canal / locks area too. Recommend bringing sunflower seeds for feeding the fauna. The chickadees and chipmunks are so much fun. My daughter feed both at the same time! Just hold out your hand with seeds and sing "chickadee-dee-dee!". Don't feed the ducks please. Most patrons are very friendly and enjoying the fresh air and nature. Lovely streams and small water falls make an enticing sound track for your hike. The canal itself has flowing, gorgeously appealing water with a few nicely secure, well made pedestrian bridges. There are outdoor facilities by the beach and an interesting visitor centre by the main parking lot. Parking is never an issue. The retail area of Dartmouth Crossing is also connected to the park by an elevated walkway and overpass by Cineplex. Highly...