55My 3 German Shepherds had the time of their lives at this ranch! The stream at the bottom was so fun. The owners were super nice and responsive, too. Highly recommend, we will book again! Lisa R.
Lisa R.
December 2022
My 3 German Shepherds had the time of their lives at this ranch! The stream at the bottom was so fun. The owners were super nice and responsive, too. Highly recommend, we will book again!
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55Fabulous! Will definitely come back when I'm in the area. Beautiful scenery, almost every type of enjoyable option for a dog to do, and never a moment of boredom!!Sarah S.
Sarah S.
January 2023
Fabulous! Will definitely come back when I'm in the area. Beautiful scenery, almost every type of enjoyable option for a dog to do, and never a moment of boredom!!
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55Thank you so much for opening your property to us pet parents! Although our dogs are very well behaved they are guardian breeds whoare not super fond of other dogs and can get protective around strangers so having a safe stress free place to let them be off leash and run is amazing! We will definitely be back!Madison J.
Madison J.
January 2023
Thank you so much for opening your property to us pet parents! Although our dogs are very well behaved they are guardian breeds whoare not super fond of other dogs and can get protective around strangers so having a safe stress free place to let them be off leash and run is amazing! We will definitely be back!
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55Harley and I loved this location. The hike can be a little steep but very do-able. The stream was fierce today but we had plenty to do around the property. The directions given were clear and concise. I can’t wait to bring Harley Quinn back!Cassie G.
Cassie G.
January 2023
Harley and I loved this location. The hike can be a little steep but very do-able. The stream was fierce today but we had plenty to do around the property. The directions given were clear and concise. I can’t wait to bring Harley Quinn back!
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55My boys loved it! Super nervous at first but they give you all the directions and it made it super easy. I’ll be a regular here for certain! Amanda M.
Amanda M.
January 2023
My boys loved it! Super nervous at first but they give you all the directions and it made it super easy. I’ll be a regular here for certain!
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55This place was amazing! Even the drive to it was just beautiful. I was a bit apprehensive about letting my dog off leash at first because you can’t see a fence and the cliffs are steep but I had his gps tracker on just incase, his recall is good and he rarely left my sight. It’s worth paying the extra for stream access - lots of fun and the sound of the water was so relaxing! Just a warning that the path to the stream was pretty steep so make sure you wear the right shoes! My dog was so so happy to be here! We purchased the lemonade and boy was that the best (and prettiest) lemonade ever! We fought over it 😂 Make sure you read the instructions that they text you as I only read the subject line which I assumed pertained to locating the stream and missed the instructions on driving to this place and relied on my GPS which it specified not to do! My bad! The instructions were clear and helpful. Can’t wait to come back here! Lynsey H.
Lynsey H.
January 2023
This place was amazing! Even the drive to it was just beautiful. I was a bit apprehensive about letting my dog off leash at first because you can’t see a fence and the cliffs are steep but I had his gps tracker on just incase, his recall is good and he rarely left my sight. It’s worth paying the extra for stream access - lots of fun and the sound of the water was so relaxing! Just a warning that the path to the stream was pretty steep so make sure you wear the right shoes! My dog was so so happy to be here! We purchased the lemonade and boy was that the best (and prettiest) lemonade ever! We fought over it 😂 Make sure you read the instructions that they text you as I only read the subject line which I assumed pertained to locating the stream and missed the instructions on driving to this place and relied on my GPS which it specified not to do! My bad! The instructions were clear and helpful. Can’t wait to come back here!
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55This place is the absolute best ever! The creek was absolutely gorgeous and so secluded. Our dog had the best time. Alma was such a fantastic host. She is very communicative and accommodating. I cannot wait to go back here again! Amber L.
Amber L.
January 2023
This place is the absolute best ever! The creek was absolutely gorgeous and so secluded. Our dog had the best time. Alma was such a fantastic host. She is very communicative and accommodating. I cannot wait to go back here again!
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55Every visit to the farm is a new adventure. This time it was rock climbing! We’re already planning our next visit back! Thank you for making us feel so welcome, and for your responsiveness and hospitality!!!Julie H.
Julie H.
January 2023
Every visit to the farm is a new adventure. This time it was rock climbing! We’re already planning our next visit back! Thank you for making us feel so welcome, and for your responsiveness and hospitality!!!
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55best experience EVER. we did the two hour stream hike, packed some sandwiches, and sat at the chairs near the stream while our dog played. what a perfect piece of land and the owner was exceptionally helpful when my mom and I got lost DESPITE being given perfect directions haha. will be coming here again for sure Jackie W.
Jackie W.
January 2023
best experience EVER. we did the two hour stream hike, packed some sandwiches, and sat at the chairs near the stream while our dog played. what a perfect piece of land and the owner was exceptionally helpful when my mom and I got lost DESPITE being given perfect directions haha. will be coming here again for sure
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55i have 3 dogs named Jupiter, raja, and venus and they all had a great time running around and raja even tried to swim it was really steep and there were some big drops and this didn’t bother us but i know it may some! it was my 2nd sniff spot and probably favorite we will definitely be coming back! and alma was also very kind and let us reschedule but if your dog runs away and doesn’t come back maybe don’t take them offleash since i think it would be easy for a dog to get lost and again this didn’t matter to us but i know it may someJenna N.
Jenna N.
January 2023
i have 3 dogs named Jupiter, raja, and venus and they all had a great time running around and raja even tried to swim it was really steep and there were some big drops and this didn’t bother us but i know it may some! it was my 2nd sniff spot and probably favorite we will definitely be coming back! and alma was also very kind and let us reschedule but if your dog runs away and doesn’t come back maybe don’t take them offleash since i think it would be easy for a dog to get lost and again this didn’t matter to us but i know it may some
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55Great directions and information ahead of time, found the location easily. We did the stream
Walk and it was beautiful, private and serene. My dogs were in heaven! We will be back- thank you! Naomi D.
Naomi D.
February 2023
Great directions and information ahead of time, found the location easily. We did the stream
Walk and it was beautiful, private and serene. My dogs were in heaven! We will be back- thank you!
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55We had a great time. The area is so luscious with greenery and hills. My Harley had a great time climbing and the freedom. Thank you for your great service and I highly recommend this place.Cheryl S.
Cheryl S.
February 2023
We had a great time. The area is so luscious with greenery and hills. My Harley had a great time climbing and the freedom. Thank you for your great service and I highly recommend this place.
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55We had a wonderful time! We arrived a bit later than expected but Alma was kind enough to extend our visit. Luka loved the sniff spot, the water, and just being off leash in general. The lemonade was also delicious! Thank you so much for your hospitality.Christine S.
Christine S.
February 2023
We had a wonderful time! We arrived a bit later than expected but Alma was kind enough to extend our visit. Luka loved the sniff spot, the water, and just being off leash in general. The lemonade was also delicious! Thank you so much for your hospitality.
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55Alma was amazing! Excellent hosting and communication with clear instructions. Loved loved the steam hike! My 9 month old pup went wilddd having such a good time being off-leash! I also love the privacy of having it to yourself and your party. We’ll be back!Jessica C.
Jessica C.
February 2023
Alma was amazing! Excellent hosting and communication with clear instructions. Loved loved the steam hike! My 9 month old pup went wilddd having such a good time being off-leash! I also love the privacy of having it to yourself and your party. We’ll be back!
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55My dogs and I had a great time. Great directions, lovely property and the stream was so beautiful. There are some hills but nothing that we couldn't handle. I have long haired dogs so they picked up a few cockleburs, to be expected. We brought a brush and were able to brush them out before they got too tangled. Would definitely do this again!Staci L.
Staci L.
February 2023
My dogs and I had a great time. Great directions, lovely property and the stream was so beautiful. There are some hills but nothing that we couldn't handle. I have long haired dogs so they picked up a few cockleburs, to be expected. We brought a brush and were able to brush them out before they got too tangled. Would definitely do this again!
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55Absolutely loved this place. It was beautiful and easy to follow instructions were sent. Not only on how to get to the place but also the hiking path. Will be visiting again soon! Tamara B.
Tamara B.
February 2023
Absolutely loved this place. It was beautiful and easy to follow instructions were sent. Not only on how to get to the place but also the hiking path. Will be visiting again soon!
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55We had a wonderful time today on our avocado adventure! Our dogs loved playing in the stream and exploring the surrounding areas. Highly recommend the stream hike - it’s truly beautiful! We packed some fruit and snacks and had a little picnic by the stream. We also picked avocados on the hike back. Can’t wait to try them. It’s quite a drive for us but worth it. Make sure you have at least two hours to play. Kathryn M.
Kathryn M.
February 2023
We had a wonderful time today on our avocado adventure! Our dogs loved playing in the stream and exploring the surrounding areas. Highly recommend the stream hike - it’s truly beautiful! We packed some fruit and snacks and had a little picnic by the stream. We also picked avocados on the hike back. Can’t wait to try them. It’s quite a drive for us but worth it. Make sure you have at least two hours to play.
How do Dana Point's private dog hiking trails work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Dana Point dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area all bookings are private for just you and dogs you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). All Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
How much do Sniffspot hiking trails cost?
Dog hiking trails in the Dana Point area range from $4.0 and $4.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Penguins and Dogs on top of the hill. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Penguins and Dogs on top of the hill. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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