Dog-Friendly Activities in Cowichan Bay, BC

There are 24 dog-friendly activities within 40 kilometers of Cowichan Bay. 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 Cowichan Bay.

Macaloney's Caledonian Distillery & Two Dogs Brewery

Victoria, BC

Macaloney's Caledonian Distillery & Two Dogs Brewery Macaloney's Caledonian Distillery & Two Dogs Brewery in Victoria, BC allows you to experience craft beer and whiskey in an authentic pub atmosphere. Although dogs are not allowed to tour the facility, Fido is welcome to join you in the pet-friendly lounge and tasting room. Whether you order a pint or a flight, you're sure to find something tasty to enjoy. See Details

The Gardens at HCP

Victoria, BC

The Gardens at HCP The Gardens at HCP is a pet-friendly botanical garden located just twelve kilometers north of Downtown Victoria, British Columbia. This gorgeous public garden is lovingly cared for by volunteers, staff and students. From their hands-on Children’s Garden to the largest outdoor Bonsai Garden in Canada, you will find something to inspire at every visit. Leashed pups can join their owners on the pathways. The park is open every day of the week from 9am until 5pm. 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

The Butchart Gardens

Brentwood Bay, BC

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

Meadow Park

Whistler, BC

Meadow Park Dogs are allowed off-leash at Meadow Park before 10am and after 8pm daily. 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

Canadian Tire

Victoria, BC

Canadian Tire Many Canadian Tire's even have dog treats at the cashier. See Details

Marks Work Wearhouse

Victoria, BC

Marks Work Wearhouse Marks is a great dog friendly store. 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

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

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

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

Gulf Island Kayaking

Galiano, BC

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

Patio Gardens

Saanichton, BC

Patio Gardens Patio Gardens is a pet-friendly shop in Saanichton, BC. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you inside to browse their unique selection of products for both your garden and home. For your garden, they carry everything from annuals and perennials, to ceramic pots, sea soil and more. See Details

Duck Creek

Salt Spring Island, BC

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

Salt Spring Island Hiking Trails

Salt Spring Island, BC

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 Beaches

Salt Spring Island, BC

Salt Spring Beaches Salt Spring Beaches provides numerous opportunities for pet-friendly outings with your pup on Salt Spring Island, BC. Leashed dogs are permitted at Zach Beach, Hudson Point Beach, Jack Foster Beach East and certain Ruckle Provincial Park Beaches sections. However, please be aware that dogs are restricted from large areas within Ruckle Provincial Park. During the off-season, your furry friend is allowed off-leash at Hudson Point Beach. See Details

Sacred Mountain Saltspring

Salt Spring Island, BC

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

Osborne Bay Regional Park

Crofton, BC

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

View Royal Park

Victoria, BC

View Royal Park View Royal Park is a dog-friendly outdoor recreation area in Victoria, BC. Leashed dogs are welcome on the paved walking loop and Fido can run and play in the designated off-leash area. See Details