55Wonderful area to let your dog enjoy themselves! Plenty of room to open up and run. Lots of trees to give shade as well. We will be visiting again!Christina H.
Christina H.
February 2024
Wonderful area to let your dog enjoy themselves! Plenty of room to open up and run. Lots of trees to give shade as well. We will be visiting again!
Joel's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In California | Sniffspot
55This is EXACTLY what I needed for my little dysfunctional doggie. Joel has a beautiful flat yard, it’s perfectly sunny and shady and the trees make it private. Daisy was GOOD and worked out for the day after her visit, can’t wait to go back!Anita X.
Anita X.
October 2023
This is EXACTLY what I needed for my little dysfunctional doggie. Joel has a beautiful flat yard, it’s perfectly sunny and shady and the trees make it private. Daisy was GOOD and worked out for the day after her visit, can’t wait to go back!
Joel's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In California | Sniffspot
55Very quiet and calm place, dogs had a lot of place to run off leash and they loved it. Owners of place were very kind and helpful with instructions Lola D.
Lola D.
October 2023
Very quiet and calm place, dogs had a lot of place to run off leash and they loved it. Owners of place were very kind and helpful with instructions
Joel's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In California | Sniffspot
55Terrific host. Quiet, clean yard. Our dog enjoyed playing with his toys, running around the yard. It was great to have our dog off leash in a safe area. We were able to do off leash training. Looking forward to visiting again.deborah b.
deborah b.
September 2023
Terrific host. Quiet, clean yard. Our dog enjoyed playing with his toys, running around the yard. It was great to have our dog off leash in a safe area. We were able to do off leash training. Looking forward to visiting again.
55I wish our first visit was during the daytime as I was a little unsure, but luckily we ran into the owner and she kindly gave us some guidance. My dogs loved having the open space to run around and play safely. It was a fantastic first visit and definitely plan to come back Jessica S.
Jessica S.
November 2022
I wish our first visit was during the daytime as I was a little unsure, but luckily we ran into the owner and she kindly gave us some guidance. My dogs loved having the open space to run around and play safely. It was a fantastic first visit and definitely plan to come back
55Perfect location for Bear. As we live in Wildewood this location is perfect. Parking is easy and access to the yard is also just as easy. Plenty of room for your pup to walk/ run around and has a good amount of “woody” areas for plenty of sniffing and lots of open area for running as well. Will definitely bring Bear back to use some of his husky energy.Max S.
Max S.
November 2022
Perfect location for Bear. As we live in Wildewood this location is perfect. Parking is easy and access to the yard is also just as easy. Plenty of room for your pup to walk/ run around and has a good amount of “woody” areas for plenty of sniffing and lots of open area for running as well. Will definitely bring Bear back to use some of his husky energy.
55Nice spacious yard with plenty of room for my two dogs to get their zoomies out after a 5 day car ride and 3 days in a hotel room! Lots of areas for them to sniff and explore as well. Host also had water and tennis balls available which was nice. Will be back for sure!Erin S.
Erin S.
August 2022
Nice spacious yard with plenty of room for my two dogs to get their zoomies out after a 5 day car ride and 3 days in a hotel room! Lots of areas for them to sniff and explore as well. Host also had water and tennis balls available which was nice. Will be back for sure!
55Such a great yard! Bigger then I expected, so much to explore, my pups loved it! It’s very easy to get into the yard, you can park right near the gate to the back yard which is so helpful having two pups and one of me! The host was very responsive! We will definitely be back! sadie o.
sadie o.
July 2022
Such a great yard! Bigger then I expected, so much to explore, my pups loved it! It’s very easy to get into the yard, you can park right near the gate to the back yard which is so helpful having two pups and one of me! The host was very responsive! We will definitely be back!
55Sadie and I had a blast! Lovely, quiet, spacious, fully fenced area for me and my 33lb terrier/beagle mix canine kiddo. She enjoyed an adventurous sniffari around the whole yard, we played chase/tug with her favorite toy, and spotted squirrels and birds outside the fence which is always exciting for this huntress! We even practiced some basic training commands. All off-leash… a major luxury, as I have no fence at home and have never had off-leash time outdoors with Sadie since rescuing her in November 2020. (She’s dog-reactive/anxious, so dog parks and dog visitors are a no-go.) My home is very small, so indoor off-leash time is space-limited. Seeing her run, jump, and just be silly and free was the highlight of my day! Thank you, Christina (our host) and thank you Sniffspot!Jennifer C.
Jennifer C.
May 2022
Sadie and I had a blast! Lovely, quiet, spacious, fully fenced area for me and my 33lb terrier/beagle mix canine kiddo. She enjoyed an adventurous sniffari around the whole yard, we played chase/tug with her favorite toy, and spotted squirrels and birds outside the fence which is always exciting for this huntress! We even practiced some basic training commands. All off-leash… a major luxury, as I have no fence at home and have never had off-leash time outdoors with Sadie since rescuing her in November 2020. (She’s dog-reactive/anxious, so dog parks and dog visitors are a no-go.) My home is very small, so indoor off-leash time is space-limited. Seeing her run, jump, and just be silly and free was the highlight of my day! Thank you, Christina (our host) and thank you Sniffspot!
55My two pups loved their time at Birch Way Park! We recently moved and have a small backyard. The pups are not comfortable at the public dog parks. This was perfect for us! Rebecca A.
Rebecca A.
April 2022
My two pups loved their time at Birch Way Park! We recently moved and have a small backyard. The pups are not comfortable at the public dog parks. This was perfect for us!
How do California's private dog parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
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FAQ About California 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. 4% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the California 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 202 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 321 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.
What is the best dog beach near California?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near California is Dog Beach. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does California have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 202 fully fenced dog parks in or near California. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near California?
The California area has 6 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 The 80 acre wood.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in California?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near California. The most popular agility option is 4 Separate Fun Fields.
Where in California can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the California area. The highest rated option is Town Creek Park.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near California?
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