Camping with Your Dog in Moose Jaw

For many RVers, a camping trip wouldn't be complete without bringing the dog along. Fortunately, Moose Jaw is a great destination to explore with your four-legged travelling companion.

With walking trails, outdoor spaces, a city off-leash park and a pet-friendly campground, there are plenty of opportunities to get outside together.

If you're planning a Saskatchewan road trip with your dog, here's what you need to know about camping with your pet in Moose Jaw.

Stay at a Pet-Friendly Campground

Start your trip with a campground where your dog is welcome.

At Moose Jaw KOA Journey, pets are welcome at no additional charge. Dogs need to remain leashed around the campground except while using the designated dog park, and owners are asked to clean up after their pets.

With RV and tent camping available, it's an easy home base for travelers bringing their pets along on a Saskatchewan adventure.

Let Them Run at KampK9

After spending a few hours in the truck or RV, your dog will probably be ready to stretch their legs.

That's where KampK9 comes in.

Located right at Moose Jaw KOA Journey, our KampK9 dog park gives dogs a designated place to enjoy some off-leash time. Complimentary waste bags are also available.

It's especially convenient after a long travel day—you can get your campsite set up and then give your dog a chance to burn off some energy without having to leave the campground.

Take a Walk Around the Campground

Sometimes a simple walk is all you need.

Moose Jaw KOA Journey has walking trails through our heavily treed property, along with a man-made pond where guests can enjoy the scenery and watch for wildlife.

It's a relaxing way to start the morning or finish the evening with your dog before settling back at your campsite.

Remember to keep your dog leashed while exploring the campground outside KampK9.

Explore Wakamow Valley

Looking for a longer adventure?

Wakamow Valley is one of Moose Jaw's best outdoor destinations and offers scenic trails through the river valley. Tourism Moose Jaw specifically highlights Wakamow Valley as a pet-friendly destination, with trails open throughout the year.

Pack some water, grab the leash and spend a morning exploring before heading back to the campground.

Discover Moose Jaw's Trail System

Moose Jaw has more outdoor space than many visitors expect.

The city's trail network extends for more than 75 kilometers, connecting parks and natural areas throughout the community.

Dogs are permitted on City trails and unposted green spaces but must remain leashed. Dogs aren't permitted on school grounds, playgrounds, baseball diamonds, outdoor rinks or posted parkland.

Checking the signs when you arrive at a park or green space is always a good idea.

Visit the Hamilton Flats Off-Leash Dog Park

If your dog needs more room to run, head to Hamilton Flats.

The City of Moose Jaw identifies the Off-Leash Dog Park at Hamilton Flats as the designated City property where dogs can be off leash.

It can be a great stop during a day of exploring Moose Jaw, particularly for active dogs that need a little more exercise before getting back into the RV.

Get a Photo with Mac the Moose

Your dog might not understand why there's a gigantic moose standing beside the highway—but that makes the photo even better.

Mac the Moose is one of Moose Jaw's most famous attractions and is located just across the highway from Moose Jaw KOA Journey.

Tourism Moose Jaw even recommends Mac as part of a pet-friendly visit to the city.

Grab the leash and camera and get a picture of your travelling companion with one of Canada's most recognizable roadside attractions.

Take a Pet-Friendly Day Trip

If you're staying for several days, Moose Jaw can also be a base for exploring more of southern Saskatchewan.

Saskatchewan Provincial Parks generally welcome pets, although dogs need to remain leashed except in designated off-leash areas. Pet owners are also required to clean up after their animals, and pets may be restricted from certain public structures, beaches and swimming areas.

Always check the rules for the specific provincial park you're planning to visit before leaving the campground.

Tips for Camping With Your Dog

A little preparation can make RV travel much easier for both you and your pet.

Bring a leash, waste bags, food and water bowls, your dog's regular food, medications and a favorite bed or blanket. It's also a good idea to carry extra drinking water when exploring trails, particularly during hot Saskatchewan summer days.

Never leave your pet in a hot vehicle or RV without reliable climate control, and be mindful that pavement and other surfaces can become extremely hot during the summer.

Around the campground, remember that not every camper is comfortable around dogs. Keeping your pet under control, limiting excessive barking and always cleaning up after them helps make camping enjoyable for everyone.

A Few Moose Jaw KOA Journey Pet Rules

We love welcoming campers travelling with their pets. To help everyone enjoy their stay, remember:

• Dogs must remain on leash except in the dog park.
• Please clean up after your pet.
• Pets aren't permitted inside the office or washroom/shower facilities.
• Visiting pets must also follow campground pet rules and be non-aggressive.

Bring Your Best Friend to Moose Jaw

Road trips are better when the whole family gets to come along—and for many campers, that includes the dog.

At Moose Jaw KOA Journey, you can settle into your campsite, visit KampK9, walk the campground trails and use your site as a convenient home base for exploring Moose Jaw with your four-legged companion.

Whether you're spending a few days discovering the city or simply stopping overnight while travelling the Trans-Canada Highway, there's no reason your best friend has to miss the adventure.

Pack the leash, treats and favorite toy and bring your four-legged camping buddy along for your next stay at Moose Jaw KOA Journey.