55Great spot for my bully. Completely fenced in. Lots of space to roam. Shady spots available. Plenty of drinking water options and toys. Some far-off car/people noise (very limited/short duration) but not sufficient to disturb my extremely sensitive-to-noise pup. Super easy to find and easy parking. Thank you! Nic M.
Nic M.
September 2024
Great spot for my bully. Completely fenced in. Lots of space to roam. Shady spots available. Plenty of drinking water options and toys. Some far-off car/people noise (very limited/short duration) but not sufficient to disturb my extremely sensitive-to-noise pup. Super easy to find and easy parking. Thank you!
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55My two pups loved wandering the wide open yard and resting in the shade after a good run. Lots of water and shade as promised! Great spot- we will be back for sure!Elicia Y.
Elicia Y.
October 2024
My two pups loved wandering the wide open yard and resting in the shade after a good run. Lots of water and shade as promised! Great spot- we will be back for sure!
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55we just love your guys’ place and are so honored the pups’ names are painted onto the beautiful shed!!! they were sitting so proudly in front of it hehehe. also decided to paint again and used the awesome glow in the dark paint :) perfect for halloween time! decided to paint the sun moon and star tattoo my parents and i all have but im no artist so its not very good but so soothing on my morning off :) thank you a million times for having this safe fun place for my babies!Jazzmine F.
Jazzmine F.
October 2024
we just love your guys’ place and are so honored the pups’ names are painted onto the beautiful shed!!! they were sitting so proudly in front of it hehehe. also decided to paint again and used the awesome glow in the dark paint :) perfect for halloween time! decided to paint the sun moon and star tattoo my parents and i all have but im no artist so its not very good but so soothing on my morning off :) thank you a million times for having this safe fun place for my babies!
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55A repeat visit for us! Love this open, quiet, clean spot. Love the upgrades too:more seating and shade and lots of water spots. We’ll be back! Niki & Ben C.
Niki & Ben C.
October 2024
A repeat visit for us! Love this open, quiet, clean spot. Love the upgrades too:more seating and shade and lots of water spots. We’ll be back!
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55Such a great visit. So easy to find, welcoming, peaceful. Loved all the little touches from the sign to the seats to the water bowls and poop bags. Plenty of space for the dogs to run around and sniff. Can’t wait to come back! Ester R.
Ester R.
October 2024
Such a great visit. So easy to find, welcoming, peaceful. Loved all the little touches from the sign to the seats to the water bowls and poop bags. Plenty of space for the dogs to run around and sniff. Can’t wait to come back!
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55We had a great time! Our dog was super tired out with all the space to run and new things to smell. We brought our own toy but there were plenty of toys and balls to play with too. The space had lots of shady spots for the humans to enjoy and great space for the dogs to run. Plenty of water stations and supplies for clean up. We’ll definitely be coming back and painting a rock for the trail 😊Karen R.
Karen R.
October 2024
We had a great time! Our dog was super tired out with all the space to run and new things to smell. We brought our own toy but there were plenty of toys and balls to play with too. The space had lots of shady spots for the humans to enjoy and great space for the dogs to run. Plenty of water stations and supplies for clean up. We’ll definitely be coming back and painting a rock for the trail 😊
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55Spot was easy to find and host had left out plenty of water, sunscreen, and hand sanitizer. Nice shady spots to sit and the paint a rock station is awesome! Molly really enjoyed the Jolly egg that was there - pretty much spent her whole time herding it around. Great spot!Krystle F.
Krystle F.
October 2024
Spot was easy to find and host had left out plenty of water, sunscreen, and hand sanitizer. Nice shady spots to sit and the paint a rock station is awesome! Molly really enjoyed the Jolly egg that was there - pretty much spent her whole time herding it around. Great spot!
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55Great spot for my very active GSP. Plenty of areas to explore and many birds to chase. Location is easy to find. Ample shade for humans sprinkled with the sounds of nature and the opportunity to tap into you inner artist. Always appreciate an experience that meets/exceeds what is advertised. Escondido is warm, so early morning or late afternoon is suggested. Homemade bug repellent is provided. John C.
John C.
October 2024
Great spot for my very active GSP. Plenty of areas to explore and many birds to chase. Location is easy to find. Ample shade for humans sprinkled with the sounds of nature and the opportunity to tap into you inner artist. Always appreciate an experience that meets/exceeds what is advertised. Escondido is warm, so early morning or late afternoon is suggested. Homemade bug repellent is provided.
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55Very clean and a lot of water available in the area. Good space for my dog to explore and sniff. Seems located in a nice area. Very quiet. Would go again. Marion C.
Marion C.
October 2024
Very clean and a lot of water available in the area. Good space for my dog to explore and sniff. Seems located in a nice area. Very quiet. Would go again.
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55This spot is hands-down, our favorite. It is top-notch. Any dog could use it regardless of size they go the extra by putting out thoughtful free perks… homemade bug spray, tennis balls, jackets, freshwater, benches, and shade structures, . I probably was here a week or so ago. I so was so excited to see that they had done some renovations that weren’t even needed, but just made the whole spot so much better
Our dog that we bring tends to be anxious around other dogs. This spot is totally safe with the fencing there aren’t other dogs present for him, that’s an issue and he loves it here you can tell it is like his second home It is convenient close to the freeway. It OK, has shade anytime of the day the way they have it set up and it is just peaceful and relaxing for both owner and dogs.💕🐶😊Pam T.
Pam T.
November 2024
This spot is hands-down, our favorite. It is top-notch. Any dog could use it regardless of size they go the extra by putting out thoughtful free perks… homemade bug spray, tennis balls, jackets, freshwater, benches, and shade structures, . I probably was here a week or so ago. I so was so excited to see that they had done some renovations that weren’t even needed, but just made the whole spot so much better
Our dog that we bring tends to be anxious around other dogs. This spot is totally safe with the fencing there aren’t other dogs present for him, that’s an issue and he loves it here you can tell it is like his second home It is convenient close to the freeway. It OK, has shade anytime of the day the way they have it set up and it is just peaceful and relaxing for both owner and dogs.💕🐶😊
55Spacious yard with an overlooking patio where you can sit and watch your dog play. Had a dirty, tired, happy pup afterwards.
Info for those with reactive dogs (all this is in the listing & reviews too):
The neighbor's dog was out (friendly) and ran the fence line with Chopper. The host also has a dog that I could hear barking from inside a little.
Thank you!
Lucas E.
Lucas E.
December 2021
Spacious yard with an overlooking patio where you can sit and watch your dog play. Had a dirty, tired, happy pup afterwards.
Info for those with reactive dogs (all this is in the listing & reviews too):
The neighbor's dog was out (friendly) and ran the fence line with Chopper. The host also has a dog that I could hear barking from inside a little.
Thank you!
55 The yard was perfect for my dog's needs. He got plenty of exercise and had lots of fun. Like host said, there is a dog next door and host dog was briefly on a fenced/netted patio, so if you have a reactive dog, be mindful of this. There is dog poop in the yard, so watch where you step. We will definitely come back to this spot! Thanks!!Kara Y.
Kara Y.
January 2022
The yard was perfect for my dog's needs. He got plenty of exercise and had lots of fun. Like host said, there is a dog next door and host dog was briefly on a fenced/netted patio, so if you have a reactive dog, be mindful of this. There is dog poop in the yard, so watch where you step. We will definitely come back to this spot! Thanks!!
55We had a great time here. There is a neighbor dog visible through a chain link fence but he is quiet and just wants to play. You can hear other dogs barking. Lots of toys in the yard and also some clutter so if your dog ingests things be aware. There was some standing water but I think it was from recent rain. Overall it’s such a nice spacious spot and we will be back!Lys C.
Lys C.
March 2022
We had a great time here. There is a neighbor dog visible through a chain link fence but he is quiet and just wants to play. You can hear other dogs barking. Lots of toys in the yard and also some clutter so if your dog ingests things be aware. There was some standing water but I think it was from recent rain. Overall it’s such a nice spacious spot and we will be back!
55So much to do for your puppy! From playing fetch and sniffing away, to training with distractions, and this spot even has a full fun agility obstacle course to boost your dogs confidence. We didn’t hear any dogs barking and there was more than enough adjustable lights to brighten up the place. There’s plenty of parking and the instructions to get to the backyard are easy to follow. The host is very thoughtful and communicative. Will be back soon! Carmelita C.
Carmelita C.
February 2023
So much to do for your puppy! From playing fetch and sniffing away, to training with distractions, and this spot even has a full fun agility obstacle course to boost your dogs confidence. We didn’t hear any dogs barking and there was more than enough adjustable lights to brighten up the place. There’s plenty of parking and the instructions to get to the backyard are easy to follow. The host is very thoughtful and communicative. Will be back soon!
How do Escondido's private dog parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
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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
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FAQ about our Escondido dog parks
Are dog parks good for dogs?
It is important for dogs to have off leash exercise to sniff and run. But the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There could be aggressive dogs, disease transmission and cleanliness issues. For this reason, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time and are not open to the public, which solves many of these issues.
Are dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Escondido area are 5 stars.
How do I know if a dog park works for my dog?
You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by fencing and distractions. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our 182 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 21 off leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions.
Does Escondido have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 182 fully fenced dog parks in or near Escondido. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Escondido?
The Escondido area has 11 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is 9Acre 💯% Fenced Unleashed Doggy Ranch in Hemet.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Escondido?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Escondido. The most popular agility option is The Circle G Ranch Private Dog Park.
Where in Escondido can I find a pool for dog swimming?