Dog Friendly Beaches in British Columbia

Dog friendly beaches are heaven on earth for Fido. And since sandy paws equal happy dogs, we’ve sniffed out the best beaches in British Columbia where dogs can run, swim, and frolic in the sand. Use the links/map below to find a dog-friendly beach in British Columbia.

Pet Friendly Hadden Park
Hadden Park Vancouver has many many off leash parks and lots of spaces for dogs to swim. The website has a map indicating all the spots. See Details
Pet Friendly Chesterman's Beach
Chesterman's Beach Officially the beach is on-leash (like all Tofino beaches) but as you will notice most local dogs are friendly and off leash. See Details
Sun-Oka Beach Provincial Park Pack up the whole family for a day of fun at Sun-Oka Beach Provincial Park in Summerland, BC. The park features a dog-friendly beach with views of Okanagan Lake. The park also features hiking trails that meander through one of the last remaining plots of old-growth cottonwood in the area. See Details
Canoe Beach Canoe Beach has a small area that is dog friendly to the far right of the public beach area. It is partially fenced and includes some shaded, grassy areas, as well as a section of gravel beach. See Details
Canine Cove at Lost Lake Dogs are welcome to run around and enjoy a dip in the water at Canine Cove Lost Lake. However, they are not permitted on Lost Lake Beach. See Details
Sandy Beach Sandy Beach is pet-friendly. Located on the shores of the Ottawa River in Hudson, this stretch of sand is a great place for a dog walk. The ground is a mixture of rocky surfaces, fine sandy areas, nice grassy areas and the pathway leads over a little creek flowing into the river. Dogs are allowed on the sand if they are on a leash before 9am and after 5pm from May 1 to October 1. See Details
French Beach Provincial Park French Beach on Vancouver Island in beautiful British Columbia will make doggie dreams come true. The hard-packed sand is ideal for a top speed run with a dip or two in the Juan de Fuca Strait. A towering rock formation right on the beach is the perfect place to play hide and seek with a tennis ball. And the abundance of driftwood makes a perfect throw stick easy to find. Even the doggie bags are top notch ? compliments of several nearby restaurants. See Details
Lake Avenue Dog Off-Leash Beach The beach access at Lake Avenue is now a permanent off-leash dog beach. The decision follows the conclusion of a two-year trial to determine the feasibility of the site for off-leash dogs. See Details
MacKenzie Beach This beach has various resorts, cabins, and campsites that back onto it, most of which are dog friendly. See Details
West Lake Dog Beach West Lake Provincial Park has a dog friendly beach at sites between the log house and the boat launch. Pets must be leashed when they aren't swimming, and you must pick up dog waste. Garbage cans provided. See Details
Tunstall Bay Beach Dogs are not allowed on Tunstall Bay Beach during the months of July and August. During the rest of the year, dogs are allowed on Tunstall Bay Beach as long as they are cleaned up after and on-leash. Tunstall Bay Beach is a west-facing, rocky swimming beach. See Details
Sandy Beach Dogs are not allowed on Sandy Beach during the months of July and August. During the rest of the year, dogs are allowed on Sandy Beach as long as they are cleaned up after and on-leash. Sandy Beach is a rocky beach with some sandy areas. Public access is off of Senator Road. Dog owners should check swimming advisories and bacteria warnings in high season. See Details
Purden Lake Dog Beach There is a huge dog beach west of the human beach at Purden Lake Provincial Park, located 45 minutes east of Prince George. Pets must be leashed when not swimming, and humans must dispose of dog waste in garbage cans provided. 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
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
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
Botanical Beach Botanical Beach is found within Juan de Fuca Provincial Park. This section is a small forest hike to the beach. Dogs welcome on leash. Lots of tide pools but also nice beach area for pups and known to be much more dog friendly than neighbouring Botany Bay. See Details
Bowen Bay Beach Dogs are not allowed on Bowen Bay Beach during the months of July and August. During the rest of the year, dogs are allowed on Bowen Bay Beach as long as they are cleaned up after and on-leash. Bowen Bay Beach is a rocky swimming beach, known for its sunsets. 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
Dog Park Beach - Skaha Lake on Lakeside Road Dog Park Beach is a designated off-leash area for dogs along Lakeside Road in Penticton, BC. Located on Lakeside Road, 3km south of the Skaha Marina, this secluded spot allows pups to expend their energy and cool off in Skaha Lake. Owners should note that Lakeside Road is a busy highway alongside Dog Park Beach. This is an off-leash beach area but it is not fully enclosed so dogs should be supervised closely and under voice control. See Details
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