What are the off-leash hours at Colquitz Park?

Off-leash (under control) 6-9 a.m. on the trail corridor, except the Panama Flats section; on-leash at all other times.

Is there parking at Colquitz Park?

Yes, the nearest public lot is about 0.3 km away.

Colquitz Park

Notice. Saanich plans to build an enclosed off-leash dog area near Roy Road at Panama Flats; no date has been set. Source

At the gate

Many access points along the Colquitz River, Saanich

Long linear park following the Colquitz River, with many access points along the trail.

Swimming: See the ruleDogs must be on leash at the river estuary at all times.
Parking: Public lot, about 0.3 km away
Off-leash hours: Off-leash (under control) 6-9 a.m. on the trail corridor, except the Panama Flats section; on-leash at all other times

Not in the records yet: fencing, small-dog area, water for dogs, shade, washroom and ground. Know one?

If your dog gets hurt

Nearest 24-hour vet: VCA Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital, Saanich, 4.3 km away in a straight line.

From the source

Animals Bylaw Schedule C park (leash-optional 6-9 am only)
Bylaw designates the park's trail corridor (amended by Bylaw 10256, Feb 2026)
On-leash at all times on the Colquitz River Trail through Panama Flats (Hyacinth Park to Roy Rd); dogs must stay on the trail there
Long linear park with a multi-use trail beside the Colquitz River
Must carry a leash and dog must wear a collar in leash-optional areas
The multi-use trail connects to the Saanich Centennial Trail system.

Boundary not mapped yet; the pin shows the approximate spot · dots: nearby parks