Dog-Friendly Activities in Nootka, BC

Here are the dog-friendly activities closest to Nootka. 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

North Island Cannabis

Port Hardy, BC

North Island Cannabis North Island Cannabis is dog-friendly. Channeling the spirit of the island, on the beautiful west coast of BC, North Island Cannabis is Vancouver Island’s first licensed non-medical cannabis retailer. Your personal sniffer dog can join you as you check out the whacky items on sale. North Island Cannabis is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12pm to 7pm and Sunday from 12pm to 4pm. 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

BC Ferries

Port Hardy, BC

BC Ferries Departing from Port Hardy and Port McNeill in British Columbia, BC Ferries is a pet-friendly overnight ferry option for dogs and their owners. Dogs travel for free on board the ferries that vary in length from around an hour to overnight cruises that can even connect with Alaskan ferries. Pet areas include seating, radiant heating, water access, kennels, waste bags and a trash can to dispose of waste. Dogs can either stay alone in the car or travel in the pet deck in a kennel. 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

K’awat’si Tours

Port Hardy, BC

K’awat’si Tours K’awat’si Tours are pet-friendly eco and cultural experiences in Port Hardy, British Columbia. They specialize in showing visitors the traditional lives of indigenous people who have lived there for generations. The cultural tours and wildlife tours welcome leashed dogs to join in the fun, as long as they are well behaved and don't ruin the experience for others on the tour. Contact K'awat'si Tours directly for specific tour departure times. 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

Elk Falls Park

Campbell River, BC

Elk Falls Park Elk Falls Provincial Park in Campbell River, BC, offers over 6 km of scenic dog-friendly trails, including routes to Elk, Moose, and Deer Falls, as well as a suspension bridge over Elk Falls Canyon. Dogs are welcome throughout the park but must be kept on a leash at all times and cleaned up after to protect the environment and fellow visitors. Please note that dogs aren't permitted in beach areas or park buildings. See Details

MacKenzie Beach

Tofino, BC

MacKenzie Beach This beach has various resorts, cabins, and campsites that back onto it, most of which are dog friendly. See Details

Wild Waterways Adventures

Campbell River, BC

Wild Waterways Adventures Wild Waterways Adventures in Campbell River, BC, is a sustainable tour company known for its professional yet relaxed vibe. Dogs are welcome on private charters only, where guests can bring their furry family members aboard. Private tours can accommodate up to 12 people, and groups of 8 or more benefit from a lower per-seat rate. Their canine mascots, Luna and Tasu, set the tone for pet-friendly fun on the water. See Details

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