British Columbia is famous for its stunning scenery, from beautifully wooded areas, to sparkling lakes and oceanside vistas. It's no wonder dogs love it (and their people too)! Dog-friendly BC dog parks include not just the trails meandering through provincial and natural parks, but also off-leash parks and even dog beaches too. So get out there and have fun!
Do you know of a dog park in your local area that doesn't appear on this list? Please let us know! This list is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed to be so. Park regulations may change from time to time. Dog Parks & Beaches in British Columbia (BC) Burnaby Dog Parks - Off-leash areas Coquitlam Dog Parks - Off-leash dog areas Cultus Lake Provincial Park (1.5 hours from Vancouver) - Dog Beach - Shale Beach (on-leash) Kamloops Dog Parks - Dog-friendly parks Kelowna Dog Parks - Dog parks (both on and off-leash) Nanaimo Dog Parks - Dog Off-Leash Parks (thanks to Katrina A.) Osoyoos Dog Parks - Haynes Point Provincial Park - dog beach Peachland Dog Parks - Dog beach (located at the boat launch at the bottom of Princeton Avenue) Port Moody Dog Parks - Off-leash dog parks Richmond Dog Parks - Dogs Off-Leash Areas Vancouver Dog Parks - Off-leash dog parks | Spanish Banks West (beach) | Sunset Beach Vancouver Island Dog Parks - Pets in Parks Victoria Dog Parks - Off-leash parks and beach | Galloping Goose Trail System Whistler Dog Parks - Off leash dog parks and dog beaches
Dog Park tips from our readers/visitors - British Columbia Galiano Island Dog Park: From Ralph M. - "Galiano Island, BC has many dog-friendly trails and areas that dogs can roam both on and off leash. Greys Peninsula in Montague Harbour Marine Park allows dogs on leash. It is a 30 minute walk along the waters edge on a well marked trail. Bodega Ridge is a 35 minute hike along a ridge which ends in a panoramic view of Trincomali Channel and Saltspring in the distance. Galiano's country roads lend themselves to off leash walks with well trained dogs that will return on command." Parksville Dog Park: From Katrina A. - Parksville Dog Park Port Coquitlam Dog Park: From Shannon K. - "Shaughnessy Park Dog Off Leash Area is located at the 3300 Block Shaughnessy. Fenced off leash area is wooded with trails. Right next to main park trails along the river. Great for taking pet for a swim. Main trails are supposed to be on-leash but many are dogs not. Just make sure dog is well behaved. There is a separate area for small dogs." Richmond Dog Park: From Heather - "McDonald Beach is located at 3500 McDonald Rd (McDonald and Grauer Road) in Richmond, BC, right next to the Vancouver International Airport. It is an easily reachable location that is very dog friendly. McDonald Beach is a long strip of shoreline that hugs the Fraser River. It provides wooded paths for walking on the colder, windier days, and for the warmer, sunnier days, there are always people walking up and down the beach with their dogs. The beach is pretty nice, sandy and rocky as well. I wouldn’t recommend trying to picnic there, or to sun tan, but its definitely a nice spot for some doggie swimming! Facilities include dog bags, trails, and a boat launch." Vancouver Island Dog Parks: From Rob R. - "Check out our website for directions and maps of various off leash parks on Vancouver Island."
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