Dog Friendly Activities in Salt Spring Island, BC

There are 6 dog friendly activities in Salt Spring Island. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Salt Spring Island.

Pet Friendly Duck Creek
Duck Creek Duck Creek is doggie (and people) heaven. It is a very large and completely natural off leash park that people enjoy just as much as their dog. It consists of several acres of an easy hike which can be done in a 1/2 hour or so loop through woods and meadows. A wooded trail meanders along a year round creek which runs fast in winter and slow in summer for dog swimming. There is also an open meadow to play ball or frisbee or chase the dog, and grassy areas under big shade trees to have a picnic if you dare -- doggies will almost always join in! It is paradise year round for dogs and dog owners alike. See Details
Pet Friendly Salt Spring Island Hiking Trails
Salt Spring Island Hiking Trails Salt Spring has incredible hiking trails that are dog friendly. Three of our hikes take you and your dog up to mountain summits with spectacular views over the Southern Gulf Island of British Columbia in Canada. Trails vary from Easy short hikes in beautiful rainforests and along country road trails to moderate hikes through groves of Arbutus, Garry Oak and Popular trees to difficult hikes up rock and root laden paths up our mountains. See Details
Salt Spring Island Beaches Salt Spring Island has fabulous pet friendly beaches to stroll and beach comb. Ocean swimming for dogs and great long beach strips for throwing sticks and running in the sand together. See Details
Saori Weaving 'Try It' class 'Saori Weaving Try It Class' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Alan Or Terri. Dogs are welcome on this experience, as long as they are well behaved and don't eat yarn. When you come to the studio, all the looms are prepared and ready to weave on. You’ll be able to choose colours and textures from a wide variety for your use. With a few brief instructions, you’ll be weaving right away. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 4 guests ages 6 and up. Rates start at $48 per person. See Details
Sacred Mountain Saltspring Sacred Mountain Lavender is a boutique lavender farm, nestled on the edge of sacred Mount Tuam, near Fulford Harbour on Salt Spring Island. We display as many as 60 varieties of Lavender in our demonstration beds and have two acres of lavender that we grow for lavender buds, bunches and distilling our own essential oils. Leashed dogs are welcome. See Details
Salt Spring Beaches Salt Spring has many fabulous beaches to explore with your pooch. There are pictures and descriptions of each beach to help you find the right one for you and your furry friend. See Details
The Butchart Gardens The Butchart Gardens welcome well-behaved, leashed pets. Pets must be on short leashes. If you forget your leash, please stop by the Visitor Information Centre where you may borrow one. Doggie cleanup bags are available. Five convenient pet water fountains are located throughout the park and are marked on the map of The Butchart Gardens. From December 1 through January 6, pets will not be permitted between 3pm and 8pm. During all other times, pets are welcome at Butchart Gardens. See Details
Gulf Islands National Park Preserve Gulf Islands National Park Preserve is a dog-friendly natural attraction in Saturna Island, BC. Spanning fifteen islands between Washington State and Vancouver Island, water surrounding the Gulf Islands are teeming with seals, otters, orcas and pods of porpoises. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you when exploring Gulf Islands National Park Preserve and should always be kept at a safe distance from wildlife. Hike to mountaintop viewpoints or kayak across sheltered waterways to lagoons with rare birdlife. A visit to the white sand beaches of Cabbage Island, or challenging hike to Mount Warburton Pike - the highest elevation in the Gulf Islands- are two highly recommended activities. See Details
Riot Brewing Co. Riot Brewing Co. is a dog-friendly brewery in Chemainus that offers beer samples, flights, and beer by the glass. They have a spacious outdoor patio with fire pits to keep warm in cooler months. You are welcome to bring a picnic or order in from on of the many restaurants nearby. See Details
Averill Creek Vineyard Averill Creek Vineyard is a pet-friendly establishment in Duncan, BC. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on their shaded patio, where he will be lavished with attention. They offer premium quality Vancouver Island wines to pair with a limited snack menu. Reservations are recommended. See Details
Cherry Point Nature Park Located in Cobble Hill, Cherry Point Nature Park is an ocean waterfront park with stunning views across the channel to Separation Point and Saltspring Island. This beach is teeming with life and offers many nature viewing opportunities. Dogs are welcome. See Details
Osborne Bay Regional Park Osborne Bay Regional Park is home to calm waters, pebble beaches, and ample fishing. The park is representative of the marine coastal landscape and provides access to the oceanfront in the community of Crofton. Off-leash dogs are welcome here year round. See Details
Having Fun Learning How to Crab 'Having Fun Learning How to Crab' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Nicholas. Meet at the public dock in Mill Bay and enjoy a lesson on baiting and using the traps. Dogs are welcome and your host brings his dog along, too. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 8 guests of all ages. Guests must purchase a fishing licence. Rates start at $38 per person. See Details
South Cowichan Community Off-Leash Dog Park Bring Fido to South Cowichan Community Off-Leash Dog Park in Cobble Hill, British Columbia, CA. This dog park is located at the base of Cobble Hill Mountain in Quarry Nature Park. The large, fenced area features large trees, shade, a covered shelter, a dog water fountain and benches. See Details
Pender Island Kayak Adventures Pender Island Kayak Adventures is a pet-friendly canoe and kayak rental service on Pender Island, BC. Paddle with your pooch around the preserve’s 15 islands in a pet-friendly rental. Bring your own doggy life jacket along for Fido. See Details
Duncan Farmers' Market The pet-friendly Duncan Farmers’ Market is located in historic downtown Duncan, BC on Vancouver Island. Every Saturday, year round, you will find a sea of tents in the market square on Craig Street and down Ingram Street under which more than 100 vendors sell their wares. They feature local farmers and growers, and they also host an amazing array of local artisans. Dogs are welcome as long as they're leashed and well behaved. See Details
BC Forest Discovery Centre BC Forest Discovery Centre is an open-air museum that chronicles the history of logging in North Cowichan, BC. This pet-friendly attraction welcomes leashed dogs everywhere on the property except for the train ride and food service areas. There are trails to enjoy together and outdoor seating for you and your pup to rest along the way, and waste bags are provided for easy cleanup. Admission prices vary by age. See Details
Gulf Island Kayaking Gulf Island Kayaking on Galiano Island, BC, is pet friendly. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on kayak rentals on a tour around the island. You and your furry best friend may come across marine birds and mammals, and you'll have the chance to learn about the coastal geology and local history. See Details
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