Balaclava Park Vancouver

Balaclava Park: A Community Park in Dunbar-Southlands, Vancouver

Category: Parks | Area: Dunbar-Southlands, Vancouver | Cost: Free | Size: 5 hectares (12.4 acres)

Balaclava Park is a community park in the Dunbar-Southlands neighbourhood of Vancouver, covering about 5 hectares. It has a playground, a rugby field and a running track, along with other amenities, which makes it a good choice for families with young children, team sports and dog owners. Like all Vancouver Park Board parks, it is free to visit.

Where Is Balaclava Park?

Balaclava Park is at 4594 Balaclava Street in Dunbar-Southlands, Vancouver, near W 29th Avenue and Balaclava Street.

Facilities and Features

• A playground
• A rugby field
• A running track
• A wading pool
• A softball diamond
• A lit sports field
• A dog off-leash area
• An ultimate field
• Public washrooms

Dogs at Balaclava Park

Balaclava Park has a designated dog off-leash area. Off-leash hours are 7 am to 10 am & 5 pm to 10 pm. Outside the off-leash area, dogs must be on a leash.

Good to Know

• Vancouver parks are open from 6 am to 10 pm unless signs say otherwise.
• Smoking and vaping are not allowed in Vancouver parks.
• Pick up after your dog and use the bins provided.

Nearby Parks

• Park Site on Quesnel Drive (0.5 km)
• Park Site on Puget Drive (0.6 km)
• Park Site on Trafalgar Street (0.7 km)

Explore More

Discover more of the area in our Dunbar-Southlands neighbourhood guide and Vancouver city guide, see every park in Vancouver by neighbourhood.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Balaclava Park?

At 4594 Balaclava Street in Dunbar-Southlands, Vancouver.

Does Balaclava Park have washrooms?

Yes, there are public washrooms in the park.

Are dogs allowed at Balaclava Park?

Yes. The park has a designated off-leash area, and dogs must be leashed elsewhere.

What is there to do at Balaclava Park?

Balaclava Park has a playground, a rugby field, a running track, a wading pool, a softball diamond, a lit sports field, a dog off-leash area and an ultimate field.