55Not only does Barbara provide tons of space for dogs to explore freely and safely she provides toys, water, seating areas and shade. We will be back Raquel E.
Raquel E.
August 2023
Not only does Barbara provide tons of space for dogs to explore freely and safely she provides toys, water, seating areas and shade. We will be back
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55Lovely to retreat to the woods on a hot day! Even a refreshing drink of cold water after exploring! It’s also very nice to have a chuck-it, balls, and a porta-potty available. A bit of a drive, but worth it. Karen W.
Karen W.
August 2023
Lovely to retreat to the woods on a hot day! Even a refreshing drink of cold water after exploring! It’s also very nice to have a chuck-it, balls, and a porta-potty available. A bit of a drive, but worth it.
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55Barb and John’s place is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Ducky, Cooper and I had a wonderful time. The field is beautifully manicured, it was very safe, and it was fun. We’ll definitely be back :) Emily H.
Emily H.
August 2023
Barb and John’s place is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Ducky, Cooper and I had a wonderful time. The field is beautifully manicured, it was very safe, and it was fun. We’ll definitely be back :)
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55Barb is a wonderful host and very generous to offer such a great place for the dogs to run. As an owner of two sight hounds, I really appreciate the stability and height of the fencing. I drove up from Whidbey Island and will make the drive again just for this SniffSpot. Natalie J.
Natalie J.
September 2023
Barb is a wonderful host and very generous to offer such a great place for the dogs to run. As an owner of two sight hounds, I really appreciate the stability and height of the fencing. I drove up from Whidbey Island and will make the drive again just for this SniffSpot.
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55Wonderful property… plenty of trails in the forest which my dogs loved. Spacious wide open meadow. Barb has put out toys and fresh cold water and benches… truly a private dog park paradise. We can’t wait to visit again!Lauren T.
Lauren T.
September 2023
Wonderful property… plenty of trails in the forest which my dogs loved. Spacious wide open meadow. Barb has put out toys and fresh cold water and benches… truly a private dog park paradise. We can’t wait to visit again!
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55Superb fencing! Off street safe parking. Excellent entry gate to the Field and Forest beautiful property!
Terrific addition of the kiddy
pool!! My two pups always have a blast!!Kerry D.
Kerry D.
September 2023
Superb fencing! Off street safe parking. Excellent entry gate to the Field and Forest beautiful property!
Terrific addition of the kiddy
pool!! My two pups always have a blast!!
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55We had a blast!! The property is equipped with everything your fur baby could ever want; big open spaces, trails in the woods to explore, kiddie pool for splashing, balls to chase, shade to cool down in and sooo many places to sniff! We left tongue out tired and we can't wait to come back!!!Tanya P.
Tanya P.
September 2023
We had a blast!! The property is equipped with everything your fur baby could ever want; big open spaces, trails in the woods to explore, kiddie pool for splashing, balls to chase, shade to cool down in and sooo many places to sniff! We left tongue out tired and we can't wait to come back!!!
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55Absolutely beautiful place! Our dogs had an amazing time running, exploring and sniffing! We will definitely be back soon! True oasis for dogs and humans! Lisa D.
Lisa D.
October 2023
Absolutely beautiful place! Our dogs had an amazing time running, exploring and sniffing! We will definitely be back soon! True oasis for dogs and humans!
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55Love this sniffspot. With the recent rain I was expecting a muddy dog and wet fields. Not so. The field was dry and the trails are in great shape. Didn’t even need to wipe him down after. If you have a reactive dog or one that just needs someplace to run this is the place for you. Liz B.
Liz B.
October 2023
Love this sniffspot. With the recent rain I was expecting a muddy dog and wet fields. Not so. The field was dry and the trails are in great shape. Didn’t even need to wipe him down after. If you have a reactive dog or one that just needs someplace to run this is the place for you.
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55Such a beautiful place! Took a shy foster dog and it was treat to see her overjoyed, exploring the dog forest. I felt completely safe letting her run off-leash for the first time here. Tina C.
Tina C.
October 2023
Such a beautiful place! Took a shy foster dog and it was treat to see her overjoyed, exploring the dog forest. I felt completely safe letting her run off-leash for the first time here.
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55I've been here a couple times, and I just love it. There's so much space and so many trails through beautiful forest. It's apparent that Barb and her husband put a lot of energy into this spot, and it's so wonderful they share it with the public. Debora S.
Debora S.
October 2023
I've been here a couple times, and I just love it. There's so much space and so many trails through beautiful forest. It's apparent that Barb and her husband put a lot of energy into this spot, and it's so wonderful they share it with the public.
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55Our favorite SniffSpot! Lots of trails and open fields to roam. Our dogs especially enjoy trails, and we enjoyed meandering through it, listening to birds and nature. Host was super friendly showing us the property since it was our first time. We live 1.5 hrs away and will definitely be back next time we’re heading up this way. Thank you!Tam P.
Tam P.
October 2023
Our favorite SniffSpot! Lots of trails and open fields to roam. Our dogs especially enjoy trails, and we enjoyed meandering through it, listening to birds and nature. Host was super friendly showing us the property since it was our first time. We live 1.5 hrs away and will definitely be back next time we’re heading up this way. Thank you!
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55Amazing place to let my dogs run! They loved all of the toys provided and running through the wood trails! Maddie F.
Maddie F.
October 2023
Amazing place to let my dogs run! They loved all of the toys provided and running through the wood trails!
How do Ferndale'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 Ferndale 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 Ferndale 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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