Charleson Park Vancouver

Charleson Park: A Community Park in Fairview, Vancouver

Category: Parks | Area: Fairview, Vancouver | Cost: Free | Size: 7.14 hectares (17.6 acres)

Charleson Park is a community park in the Fairview neighbourhood of Vancouver, covering about 7.14 hectares. It has five tennis courts, two playgrounds and a soccer field, along with other amenities, which makes it a good choice for families with young children, team sports and court sports. The park sits on the Seawall, so it is easy to reach on foot or by bike along the waterfront. Like all Vancouver Park Board parks, it is free to visit.

Where Is Charleson Park?

Charleson Park is at 999 Charleson Street in Fairview, Vancouver, near Charleson Street and Laurel Street.

Facilities and Features

• A soccer field
• Five tennis courts
• Two playgrounds
• A dog off-leash area
• Seawall
• No public washrooms on site

See also: Charleson Park Tennis Courts.

Dogs at Charleson Park

Charleson Park has a designated dog off-leash area. Off-leash hours are 6 am 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

• Willow Park (0.3 km)
• Choklit Park (0.4 km)
• David Lam Park (0.6 km)

Explore More

Discover more of the area in our Fairview neighbourhood guide and Vancouver city guide, see every park in Vancouver by neighbourhood, or find a beach in our guide to Metro Vancouver beaches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Charleson Park?

At 999 Charleson Street in Fairview, Vancouver.

Does Charleson Park have washrooms?

No, there are no public washrooms on site.

Are dogs allowed at Charleson Park?

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

What is there to do at Charleson Park?

Charleson Park has a soccer field, five tennis courts, two playgrounds and a dog off-leash area.

Photo: Charleson Park Lagoon (25170789322) by BumFluff2009, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Flickr.