Brentwood Bay
Dog Guide
Quiet coastal living with trails and water access. Brentwood Bay is a peaceful enclave on the Saanich Peninsula, popular with dog owners who prefer a slower pace and natural surroundings.
Coastal tranquillity with a rural, peninsula feel.
Brentwood Bay sits on the western shore of the Saanich Peninsula, surrounded by water on three sides. It is a quiet, residential community with a mix of waterfront properties, forested lots, and a small village centre.
For dog owners, Brentwood Bay offers a uniquely peaceful setting. The waterfront walks are scenic and uncrowded, the local trails are shaded and natural, and the overall pace is gentle. This is a good fit for dog owners who want daily walks that feel more like an escape than a commute.
Waterfront Peace
Sheltered bay walks with calm water, birdlife, and a sense of stillness that dogs respond to.
Forest Trails
Local trails wind through second-growth forest with a mix of flat and hilly terrain.
Uncrowded
Fewer people on trails and beaches means more space for your dog and a calmer experience overall.
Where to walk your dog in Brentwood Bay
Brentwood Bay Waterfront
The Brentwood Bay shoreline offers scenic on-leash walks along the water with views across the bay. Quiet and peaceful, with a natural, undeveloped feel.
Brentwood Bay Trails
Local forested trails wind through the neighbourhood and connect to larger trail networks in Saanich. Varied terrain with a mix of flat paths and gentle hills.
Millstream Creek Trail
A local trail following Millstream Creek through residential and natural areas. On-leash, but a pleasant, shaded walk for daily outings.
Butchart Gardens Area
The Butchart Gardens area has surrounding roads and trails that make for pleasant walking, though the gardens themselves do not allow dogs. The nearby waterfront is the draw.
Is Brentwood Bay right for you and your dog?
Peaceful setting
Quiet streets, sheltered water, and a rural feel that is ideal for dogs who need calm.
Senior-dog friendly
Gentle waterfront paths and flat terrain make this a good choice for older dogs.
Gateway to the Peninsula
Easy access to Sidney, Cordova Bay, and the broader Saanich Peninsula trail network.
Limited commercial amenities
Brentwood Bay is a small community. Most shops and restaurants are in Sidney or Saanich.
By Anna & Perry, Happy Homes Team — eXp Realty
Last updated: May 27, 2026