October 16, 2026 · PAW Privileges Editorial
Top 10 Off-Leash Beaches for Winter Walks in BC
BC beaches where dogs can run off-leash through the mild Pacific winter.
BC’s Pacific climate keeps off-leash beach walks viable year-round — even in January. These beaches are signed off-leash (some seasonally), and most are quieter in the winter shoulder months. Always check the latest municipal signage.
1. Spanish Banks, Vancouver
Off-leash west of the concession stand; popular year-round.
2. Sunset Beach, Vancouver
Off-leash sections clearly signed.
3. Locarno Beach, Vancouver
Off-leash sections at the west end.
4. Cates Park Dog Beach, North Vancouver
Reliable year-round off-leash beach.
5. Centennial Beach (off-leash area), Delta
Signed off-leash zone.
6. Crescent Beach (off-leash hours), Surrey
Seasonal off-leash mornings in winter.
7. Willows Beach (off-leash hours), Oak Bay
Winter morning off-leash hours.
8. Dallas Road Off-Leash Beach, Victoria
Iconic clifftop walk and off-leash beach.
9. Esquimalt Lagoon, Colwood
Long sand-and-pebble beach, off-leash sections.
10. Long Beach (Pacific Rim), Tofino
On-leash except designated off-leash sections; vast and quiet in winter.
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