Dog-Friendly Activities in Cortes Bay, BC

Here are the dog-friendly activities closest to Cortes Bay. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners.

Chesterman's Beach

Tofino, BC

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

Unsworth Vineyards

Mill Bay, BC

Unsworth Vineyards Unsworth Vineyards in Mill Bay, BC, welcomes Fido outside on the dog-friendly Tasting Terrace! While there isn't a full dog menu, furry friends can be treated to Barkuterie boards, featuring locally-made dog treats and other goodies. Visitors can enjoy tasting flights with snack options such as marinated olives, hummus and crackers, and cheese plates. Please note that dogs aren't permitted inside the tasting room or restaurant, or on the restaurant patio. See Details

Courtenay Air Park

Courtenay, BC

Courtenay Air Park A wheel chair accessible paved path that parallels the water. Popular with dog walkers, strollers, and runners (Please note that leashes are mandatory on this trail). See Details

Duncan Farmers' Market

Duncan, BC

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

Banditry Cider

Gibsons, BC

Banditry Cider Leashed dogs are welcome to visit Banditry Cider in Gibsons, BC, CA. This pet-friendly cidery invites dogs and their humans to explore the property, which feature gardens, ponds and secret spots to enjoy your beverages. Picnic tables are also available for seating near the cider shop. Pack your own picnic to enjoy. See Details

Bosley's

Nanaimo, BC

Bosley's At Bosley's, you can pick up all of the accessories, food, treats, and vitamin supplies your dog needs. See Details

Discovery Passage Aquarium

Campbell River, BC

Discovery Passage Aquarium The pet-friendly Discovery Passage Aquarium is a small aquarium museum in Campbell River, BC, what welcomes leashed and friendly dogs. They offer a hand-on experience for humans from spring through fall. Local species are collected from the marine environment in the spring and returned to the area of collection at the end of the season. See Details

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

Ucluelet, BC

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is a dog-friendly park in Ucluelet, BC. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you on the beaches and trails, with the exception of the West Coast Trail and Broken Group Islands. There are many trails Fido can enjoy with you that range from easy paths to steep slopes. See Details

Seal Bay Nature Park

Courtenay, BC

Seal Bay Nature Park Seal Bay Nature Park is a 1764 acre park with various trails and beaches including many off leash or leash optional trails. See Details

Cherry Point Nature Park

Cobble Hill, BC

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

Naa'Waya'Sum Gardens

Tofino, BC

Naa'Waya'Sum Gardens Naa'Waya'Sum Gardens is a dog-friendly botanical garden in Tofino, BC where your leashed dog is welcome to join you for a tour of the facility. There are small gardens throughout, as well as a sculpture park, to view while relaxing on the walking paths in the forest and along the ocean. A water dish is available for pups at their café. Please contact the facility regarding costs of admission. See Details

Cliff Gilker Park

Roberts Creek, BC

Cliff Gilker Park Cliff Gilker Park is a 149-acre dog-friendly woodland area in Roberts Creek, BC. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the forest trails at this popular park. There are several waterfalls to view and there are picnic sites where you can rest with Fido. See Details

Riot Brewing Co.

Chemainus, BC

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

Dog Park at Shirley Macey Park

Gibsons, BC

Dog Park at Shirley Macey Park Fido is invited to enjoy the off-leash dog park at Shirley Macey Park in Gibsons, BC. This spacious area offers plenty of room to roam and includes a trail to explore. While there are gates, the fencing is not fully secure, so dogs prone to escaping should be closely supervised at all times. See Details

Mama Bears Trail of Tears

Cumberland, BC

Mama Bears Trail of Tears A beautiful forest trail maintained by the Cumberland Forest Society and popular with local dog owners. Located off Comox Lake Road in the Cumberland Community Forest. See Details

Salt Spring Island Beaches

Salt Spring Island, BC

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

Mount Washington Resort Cross Country Ski Center

Courtenay, BC

Mount Washington Resort Cross Country Ski Center At the popular Mount Washington Resort Cross Country Ski Center, you'll find 5 kilometers of trails to enjoy with your dog. See Details

Averill Creek Vineyard

Duncan, BC

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

Powell River Dog Park

Powell River, BC

Powell River Dog Park Powell River Dog Park in Powell River, BC, offers two fenced areas for dogs to play and exercise off-leash. Pet parents must keep a leash with them at all times and insure that Fido remains under their control. The park offers a dispenser with waste bags and a trash bin. See Details

Longwood Brewery on Boxwood Road

Nanaimo, BC

Longwood Brewery on Boxwood Road Longwood Brewery in Nanaimo, BC, welcomes leashed dogs on their seasonal, dog-friendly outdoor picnic patio with the option of bringing your own snacks, as there isn't a kitchen on site. They focus on being farm-friendly by partnering with local farmers to bring you great craft beverages. See Details