55Huge area, and solid perimeter. Slight incline, and high grass. Hard to find!! My only complaint was no signage, could have helped an out of Towner like myself. They have a slight path from the bottom entrance, tricky little lock, but a good one against some of those tricky escape artists, a couple extra leashes, too, which is smart. Nice agility equipment set up. As per the host “ closed at dusk, watch for skunks and expect wet country”. Oddly. I didn’t have any problems with mud when I was running around on the field with my dog but did manage to lodge my rear pickup tires completely in mud upon departure from reversing into the neighbouring driveway. But the neighbour dude saved me with his even Bigger truck . We’lll be back. MY PUP was tired. That’s all the counts.!charlotte B.
charlotte B.
March 2024
Huge area, and solid perimeter. Slight incline, and high grass. Hard to find!! My only complaint was no signage, could have helped an out of Towner like myself. They have a slight path from the bottom entrance, tricky little lock, but a good one against some of those tricky escape artists, a couple extra leashes, too, which is smart. Nice agility equipment set up. As per the host “ closed at dusk, watch for skunks and expect wet country”. Oddly. I didn’t have any problems with mud when I was running around on the field with my dog but did manage to lodge my rear pickup tires completely in mud upon departure from reversing into the neighbouring driveway. But the neighbour dude saved me with his even Bigger truck . We’lll be back. MY PUP was tired. That’s all the counts.!
55My first visit to a Sniffspot and what a gem! Peaceful country setting, great fencing, good dog supplies and a porch swing with a beautiful view. I will definitely be back!Melissa P.
Melissa P.
March 2024
My first visit to a Sniffspot and what a gem! Peaceful country setting, great fencing, good dog supplies and a porch swing with a beautiful view. I will definitely be back!
55Beautiful large space! There was a lot of tall grass (compared to my chihuahua) that my dog loved to play in. It was secured and offered toys for the dogs to play with. It was very nice! Maria M.
Maria M.
January 2024
Beautiful large space! There was a lot of tall grass (compared to my chihuahua) that my dog loved to play in. It was secured and offered toys for the dogs to play with. It was very nice!
55Had an emergency water leak at my house and my dogs were not okay with having the repair man inside so we left and got a sniff spot for 2 hours while they repair what they needed to and this spot was open thank goodness at 7:30-9:30pm and was the perfect place to let me boys run around. Thank you so much. Alexandra Z.
Alexandra Z.
January 2024
Had an emergency water leak at my house and my dogs were not okay with having the repair man inside so we left and got a sniff spot for 2 hours while they repair what they needed to and this spot was open thank goodness at 7:30-9:30pm and was the perfect place to let me boys run around. Thank you so much.
55Super nice! Had lots of puddles due to rain but my dogs loved them, plenty of space to run and play! Fully fenced in with toys and an agility setup.shyann r.
shyann r.
January 2024
Super nice! Had lots of puddles due to rain but my dogs loved them, plenty of space to run and play! Fully fenced in with toys and an agility setup.
55The best ever! Huge, blue sky joy. Toys, water, a border collie's dream come true. The grass even smells of oregano and chamomile. Delicious! Saaski M.
Saaski M.
June 2023
The best ever! Huge, blue sky joy. Toys, water, a border collie's dream come true. The grass even smells of oregano and chamomile. Delicious!
55It was a perfect visit for me and my dog. However, other dog owners might want to know that there is a now a "pond" on the property. It was fine for my dog to sail right in but it might not be for others.
Glad to see that you've added a bathroom.
Thank you for a great outing. Greer M.
Greer M.
February 2024
It was a perfect visit for me and my dog. However, other dog owners might want to know that there is a now a "pond" on the property. It was fine for my dog to sail right in but it might not be for others.
Glad to see that you've added a bathroom.
Thank you for a great outing.
55It’s definitely muddy (as expected this time of year) but our dog had THE BEST TIME! It’s a beautiful spot with tons of room for exploring and play. Bring a towel to wipe down your dog and enjoy! Amanda Y.
Amanda Y.
February 2024
It’s definitely muddy (as expected this time of year) but our dog had THE BEST TIME! It’s a beautiful spot with tons of room for exploring and play. Bring a towel to wipe down your dog and enjoy!
55Super fun day today! Little muddy but not bad! Perfect for the Labrador! Couldn’t ask for a better day, the view, listening to the birds, the toys, watching her run and smell the grass! I feel so happy she’s safe here. Kelly and Tim G.
Kelly and Tim G.
February 2024
Super fun day today! Little muddy but not bad! Perfect for the Labrador! Couldn’t ask for a better day, the view, listening to the birds, the toys, watching her run and smell the grass! I feel so happy she’s safe here.
55Very muddy this time of year but nothing a pair of muck boots can't fix. One of our favorite spots and love the upgrades to the hanging toys! Adam D.
Adam D.
February 2024
Very muddy this time of year but nothing a pair of muck boots can't fix. One of our favorite spots and love the upgrades to the hanging toys!
55Amazing spot- pure fun! Our nine year old doggo transformed into a puppy again (as he is apt to do at Sniffspots) and romped all over the place. It was a bit wet from the rain and overgrown in places, but it's HUGE so you can find less muddy areas to play. Alison K.
Alison K.
February 2024
Amazing spot- pure fun! Our nine year old doggo transformed into a puppy again (as he is apt to do at Sniffspots) and romped all over the place. It was a bit wet from the rain and overgrown in places, but it's HUGE so you can find less muddy areas to play.
55It's a lovely sunny spot of grass with plenty of shade beneath the trees and inside the little hut which offers coverage and a view of the entire field. Very nice indeed! Bring your mud boots though as there's plenty of that right now, but the pups sure don't seem to mind. Very enjoyable, we'll be back Janine A.
Janine A.
February 2024
It's a lovely sunny spot of grass with plenty of shade beneath the trees and inside the little hut which offers coverage and a view of the entire field. Very nice indeed! Bring your mud boots though as there's plenty of that right now, but the pups sure don't seem to mind. Very enjoyable, we'll be back
55Wonderful dog run area!
Hey, along the west fence, my dog (34 lb. McNab Shepherd) discovered an opening and got through to the neighboring property, and then proceeded to get through their next fence over into the following neighbor’s field! Sheesh, was a crazy ordeal climbing fences to get her back.
I’ll try to bring something with me to block off the opening next time I come.
I want to bring her back again after the heavy upcoming rain.Michael O.
Michael O.
February 2024
Wonderful dog run area!
Hey, along the west fence, my dog (34 lb. McNab Shepherd) discovered an opening and got through to the neighboring property, and then proceeded to get through their next fence over into the following neighbor’s field! Sheesh, was a crazy ordeal climbing fences to get her back.
I’ll try to bring something with me to block off the opening next time I come.
I want to bring her back again after the heavy upcoming rain.
55This was my favorite sniff spot so far. Huge plot of land and lots of space for zoomies. Boston loved chasing the birds.
One word of caution. Don’t latch the entry gate on the screw. Wrap it around the fence. Boston almost got out. Other than that, happy tails!Dustin B.
Dustin B.
February 2024
This was my favorite sniff spot so far. Huge plot of land and lots of space for zoomies. Boston loved chasing the birds.
One word of caution. Don’t latch the entry gate on the screw. Wrap it around the fence. Boston almost got out. Other than that, happy tails!
55Great space and amenities for the dogs!
It was a beautiful area to watch the sun come up and my dogs ran laps in the grass!Natalie M.
Natalie M.
March 2024
Great space and amenities for the dogs!
It was a beautiful area to watch the sun come up and my dogs ran laps in the grass!
How do Occidental'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
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 Occidental 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 Occidental 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 51 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 12 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.
Sniffspot has 51 fully fenced dog parks in or near Occidental. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Occidental?
The Occidental area has 3 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 Kara's happy dog tails and hiking trails ranch.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Occidental?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Occidental. The most popular agility option is Just Barking around in Sebastopol.
Where in Occidental can I find a pool for dog swimming?