Finding a dog friendly rental building in Vancouver can be hard, but it's definitely not impossible, especially since Vancouver is well known to be one of the most dog friendly cities in Canada. But once renters find that perfect apartment, isn't it also important to know where the nearest dog park is for your furry friend? There's lots of greenery in Vancouver but those bylaw officers take no remorse when handing out tickets for not being in designated doggie areas. Alas, we have compiled a list of the top ten dog parks in Vancouver's popular neighbourhoods. From Gastown, to Coal Harbour, onwards to Yaletown and the West End, there are some pretty fantastic dog friendly parks in close proximity to rental apartments. Here are our top picks.
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Mapping Vancouver's Top 10 Dog Parks
Hadden Park
Maybe the most picturesque park in the city, Hadden Park sits between Vanier Park and Kits Beach. The dogs get to hang out on the beach and swim if they please, while the owners can hang out on the logs lining the beach.
Sunset Beach Dog Park
West End renters can take advantage of Sunset Beach dog park. There are off leash advantages and pups can play in the water!
Devonian Harbour Park
Perfect for Coal Harbour renters, Devonian Harbour Park has an off leash area for pups and some of the best city and harbour views for their owners.
Nelson Park
West Enders may have a hard time finding a pet friendly apartment, but once they do, Nelson Park is a popular destination. There is an off leash area as well.
Emery Barnes Park
Yaletowners also get Emery Barnes Park which recently expanded to include an off leash section. It's made of gravel but your pooches won't mind if they are running wild and free.
Charleson pPark
Definitely a False Creek gem, this park is great for dog owners that live in Fairview. Bonus points: the expansive views of downtown.
Cooper's Park
Yaletown renters get the luxury of having Cooper's Park within walking distance for their furry friends.
Southeast False Creek Dog Park
Perfect for renters in the Village, this off leash dog park is located waterfront and right next to all the condo developments. The seawall is located adjacent to the park, so it's easy to leash the dog and take him for a stroll when he gets tired of hanging out with his friends.
Crab Park
Located on the edge of Gastown in East Vancouver is Crab Park which is a popular park among dog owners and one of the closest in the Gastown neighbourhood.
Strathcona Park
Perfect dog park for those Chinatown/Science World renters who want to get out of the hustle of downtown.