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Abbotsford off-leash dog areas: all four city-listed sites
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Abbotsford names four municipal off-leash areas: Gladwin, Bateman/Stoney Creek, McKay Creek/Sumas Dike and Clearbrook.
Key information
Abbotsford names four municipal off-leash areas: Gladwin, Bateman/Stoney Creek, McKay Creek/Sumas Dike and Clearbrook. Off-leash permission applies only within the designated area. Keep your dog controlled, visible and accompanied throughout the visit.
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Plan your next step
| Task or feature | What to know |
|---|---|
| Gladwin Park | Designated off-leash area only |
| Bateman/Stoney Creek | Designated off-leash area only |
| McKay Creek/Sumas Dike | Designated off-leash area only |
| Clearbrook Park | Designated off-leash area only |
Sources: Dog Off Leash | City of Abbotsford
Use the designated area
The full city list contains four sites. Bateman/Stoney Creek and McKay Creek/Sumas Dike are combined location names in the source; they are not split into extra dog-park counts. A nearby trail or playing field does not automatically share the off-leash designation.
Use park parking lots rather than residential roads. Carry a leash for each dog and leash the dog before leaving the designated area. The rest of Abbotsford’s parks require leashes.
Sources: Dog Off Leash | City of Abbotsford
Stay responsible for your dog
Dogs must be licensed, controlled and within sight. The owner must stay on site for the whole visit. Off leash is not permission for aggression or uncontrolled behaviour.
Pick up and properly dispose of dog waste. Owners remain personally liable for damage or injury caused by their dogs. The city page does not publish a universal opening timetable or a guarantee of water, bins or washrooms at every enclosure.
Sources: Dog Off Leash | City of Abbotsford
Find information and report a problem
Parks, Recreation and Culture can be reached at 604-859-3134. The city page supplies a Google map link for each named area. The maps in this guide identify the named site, rather than a surveyed gate.
Follow site-specific signs and parking requirements. The four-location scope does not include every regional or privately operated off-leash option in the Fraser Valley.
Sources: Dog Off Leash | City of Abbotsford
Places covered by this guide
Gladwin Park
W. OF GLADWIN RD., S. OF HAIDA DR., Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Gladwin Park is recorded as community in Abbotsford. The recorded location is W. OF GLADWIN RD., S. OF HAIDA DR..
- Recorded type
- Community
- Planning area
- North Clearbrook
- Mapped land area
- 4.87 hectares (sum of inventory parcels)
Bateman Park
SOUTH OF BATEMAN ROAD, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Bateman Park is recorded as community in Abbotsford. The recorded location is SOUTH OF BATEMAN ROAD.
- Recorded type
- Community
- Planning area
- Lower Ten Oaks
- Mapped land area
- 9.43 hectares (sum of inventory parcels)
Mckay Creek Park
E. OF ELDRIDGE RD., Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Mckay Creek Park is recorded as community in Abbotsford. The recorded location is E. OF ELDRIDGE RD..
- Recorded type
- Community
- Planning area
- Lower Sumas Mountain
- Mapped land area
- 18.96 hectares (sum of inventory parcels)
Clearbrook Park
E. OF CLEARBROOK RD., N. OF CLINTON AVE., Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Clearbrook Park is recorded as community in Abbotsford. The recorded location is E. OF CLEARBROOK RD., N. OF CLINTON AVE..
- Recorded type
- Community
- Planning area
- North Clearbrook
- Mapped land area
- 55.84 hectares (sum of inventory parcels)
Map points and address queries identify the recorded place. They do not certify a visitor entrance, accessible route or current operating status.
Sources: Dog Off Leash | City of Abbotsford
Useful questions and answers
How many municipal off-leash areas are listed?
Four named areas on the city’s dedicated page.
Which four sites are included?
Gladwin Park, Bateman Park/Stoney Creek, McKay Creek Park/Sumas Dike and Clearbrook Park.
Can my dog be off leash anywhere in those parks?
No. Permission applies only inside the designated off-leash area.
Do I need to stay with my dog?
Yes. Owners must remain on site for the duration of the visit.
Must the dog remain in sight?
Yes. The city requires dogs to be under control and within the handler’s sight at all times.
Does the dog need a licence?
Yes. Licensed dogs are required under the published etiquette.
Should I carry a leash?
Yes, one for each dog, even while visiting an off-leash area.
When should I leash the dog again?
Before leaving the designated off-leash area.
Where should I park?
Use the park parking lots and avoid parking along residential roads. Follow the local parking signs.
Who can answer a municipal park question?
Parks, Recreation and Culture at 604-859-3134.
Official information and next steps
Facts checked on October 14, 2026. Seasonal conditions and available appointments can change.