55It was a really spacious yard and my dogs were so happy running around! I am very grateful that I got to use their yard to make my pups happy at an affordable price Mandy F.
Mandy F.
February 2022
It was a really spacious yard and my dogs were so happy running around! I am very grateful that I got to use their yard to make my pups happy at an affordable price
55Have nothing but good things to say! Due to my shepherd’s fear reactivity off leash time is not normally an option for us at home and this was great! Kevin was amazing and helpful! Easy to find and you’re able to park right on the water which was great! so you don’t really have to unload anything if you don’t want to. We were also able to use the car for shaded breaks allowing us to stay and enjoy for longer than we would’ve without a reprieve from the heat! The water was so clean and cool and very dog friendly my shepherd swam or waded almost the entire time! Will 10/10 be back! Joree J.
Joree J.
June 2022
Have nothing but good things to say! Due to my shepherd’s fear reactivity off leash time is not normally an option for us at home and this was great! Kevin was amazing and helpful! Easy to find and you’re able to park right on the water which was great! so you don’t really have to unload anything if you don’t want to. We were also able to use the car for shaded breaks allowing us to stay and enjoy for longer than we would’ve without a reprieve from the heat! The water was so clean and cool and very dog friendly my shepherd swam or waded almost the entire time! Will 10/10 be back!
55I loved this gem!! Came with my husky and her Labrador friend early in the morning to avoid the Texas heat and it was amazing!! 10/10 recommend. At first I was uncertain of the entrance but you’ll see it by a big white sign. I saw 2 ways to the lake access but if you stay right where the first division is and keep going all the way straight then you’ll find the nicer and easier lake access. We didn’t spot any other dogs or people! Also idk why I was thinking there was a keypad to enter the gate code but fyi it’s a combination lock lol. We spotted some deer in the woods and a turtle near the lake shore which was awesome! My dog has good recall so I was able to recall her off the deer.Ismerai R.
Ismerai R.
June 2022
I loved this gem!! Came with my husky and her Labrador friend early in the morning to avoid the Texas heat and it was amazing!! 10/10 recommend. At first I was uncertain of the entrance but you’ll see it by a big white sign. I saw 2 ways to the lake access but if you stay right where the first division is and keep going all the way straight then you’ll find the nicer and easier lake access. We didn’t spot any other dogs or people! Also idk why I was thinking there was a keypad to enter the gate code but fyi it’s a combination lock lol. We spotted some deer in the woods and a turtle near the lake shore which was awesome! My dog has good recall so I was able to recall her off the deer.
55Really nice and relaxing really good for off leash dogs that have recall, but are reactive the only sad thing is that I thought there would be NO dogs but in the shallow water there was but my pups still enjoyed it. Bella L.
Bella L.
June 2022
Really nice and relaxing really good for off leash dogs that have recall, but are reactive the only sad thing is that I thought there would be NO dogs but in the shallow water there was but my pups still enjoyed it.
55My reactive pup had the best time here! I’m never able to let her off leash because of her reactivity but it was so nice to have so much space for her to roam off leash. I would recommend driving more inward if you don’t want to be by the fence. You can hear distant barks sometimes but it didn’t trigger my dog at all. She was able to fully relax here, it was peaceful. If it was closer to Austin, i’d be here everyday. It’s a beautiful spot and can’t wait to come back! 10/10Juliet G.
Juliet G.
June 2022
My reactive pup had the best time here! I’m never able to let her off leash because of her reactivity but it was so nice to have so much space for her to roam off leash. I would recommend driving more inward if you don’t want to be by the fence. You can hear distant barks sometimes but it didn’t trigger my dog at all. She was able to fully relax here, it was peaceful. If it was closer to Austin, i’d be here everyday. It’s a beautiful spot and can’t wait to come back! 10/10
55The spot was gorgeous -- plenty of space to run around and knock a high-energy dog out for the rest of the evening. Us human folk even brought our own swimsuits to enjoy the water as well. Alexis A.
Alexis A.
June 2022
The spot was gorgeous -- plenty of space to run around and knock a high-energy dog out for the rest of the evening. Us human folk even brought our own swimsuits to enjoy the water as well.
55Fantastic place! So peaceful and more than enough room to roam. The host is super gracious, and property clean and welcoming. Definitely be going back! Becky F.
Becky F.
July 2022
Fantastic place! So peaceful and more than enough room to roam. The host is super gracious, and property clean and welcoming. Definitely be going back!
55Great spot to walk by the lake and let the dogs roam. Beautiful spot and Kevin met us at the gate to help guide us even though we were a little late! Will come back again soon!Carly J.
Carly J.
July 2022
Great spot to walk by the lake and let the dogs roam. Beautiful spot and Kevin met us at the gate to help guide us even though we were a little late! Will come back again soon!
55It was a beautiful spot to take my dog! We don’t completely trust our dog off leash but we had him on a 50 yard leash and he swam, ran and got full of mud! We rented this space out for 3 hrs and pulled out some chairs under a tree that gave us great shade and just watch him have the time of his life! We will definitely be coming back! All thanks for the owner who led us to the right spot, the cops have no idea what SniffSpot is! Briana R.
Briana R.
July 2022
It was a beautiful spot to take my dog! We don’t completely trust our dog off leash but we had him on a 50 yard leash and he swam, ran and got full of mud! We rented this space out for 3 hrs and pulled out some chairs under a tree that gave us great shade and just watch him have the time of his life! We will definitely be coming back! All thanks for the owner who led us to the right spot, the cops have no idea what SniffSpot is!
55My 2 dogs LOVED it here. Plenty of space to hike, run, and play in the water. Kevin was very responsive and helpful. Will be coming back for sure.Samantha T.
Samantha T.
July 2022
My 2 dogs LOVED it here. Plenty of space to hike, run, and play in the water. Kevin was very responsive and helpful. Will be coming back for sure.
55Great spot for the pups! Kevin was very responsive and helpful when we had trouble getting the gate lock open. Gabriela G.
Gabriela G.
July 2022
Great spot for the pups! Kevin was very responsive and helpful when we had trouble getting the gate lock open.
How do San Marcos'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
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FAQ about our San Marcos 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 San Marcos 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 250 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 27 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.