55Great spacious backyard!!! My staffy loved trotting around sniffing and chasing lizards. My 7 month old son loved watching his fur sister run freely while he himself played in the grass collecting pine needles. Perfect area for my girl to get some pent up energy out. Thank you.Mo B.
Mo B.
May 2025
Great spacious backyard!!! My staffy loved trotting around sniffing and chasing lizards. My 7 month old son loved watching his fur sister run freely while he himself played in the grass collecting pine needles. Perfect area for my girl to get some pent up energy out. Thank you.
55Private, partly shaded for sunny days. Ambient neighborhood noise, but we didn’t see anyone or other animals. Relaxing and fun time playing with my dogPatti O.
Patti O.
May 2025
Private, partly shaded for sunny days. Ambient neighborhood noise, but we didn’t see anyone or other animals. Relaxing and fun time playing with my dog
55Lovely area. Clean and spacious for my corgi’s little legs. Lots of parking space in front.
There’s a dog next door who barked at us through the fence a little bit (but I would bark at strangers next door too so I can’t blame him lol) Marisa S.
Marisa S.
May 2025
Lovely area. Clean and spacious for my corgi’s little legs. Lots of parking space in front.
There’s a dog next door who barked at us through the fence a little bit (but I would bark at strangers next door too so I can’t blame him lol)
55This was my first time using sniff spot and in one visit I am thoroughly hooked. This location was beautiful safe serene and exactly what my pup & I needed, perfect in every way. Thank you to the host and to sniff spot. We can’t wait to return!J C.
J C.
April 2025
This was my first time using sniff spot and in one visit I am thoroughly hooked. This location was beautiful safe serene and exactly what my pup & I needed, perfect in every way. Thank you to the host and to sniff spot. We can’t wait to return!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55Thank you for reaching out about my sweater that I’d left last visit! And of course, Tupelo was nonstop running and fetching for an hour! Lots of smiles from her. Mary A.
Mary A.
April 2025
Thank you for reaching out about my sweater that I’d left last visit! And of course, Tupelo was nonstop running and fetching for an hour! Lots of smiles from her.
55This is a good as PERFECT. LARGE level yard for dog to run around toys there if you want. Our dog started whining as we turned into the street the 2nd time we went . she couldn't wait to get into the yard to run around. Thank you robert s.
robert s.
April 2025
This is a good as PERFECT. LARGE level yard for dog to run around toys there if you want. Our dog started whining as we turned into the street the 2nd time we went . she couldn't wait to get into the yard to run around. Thank you
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55What a fantastic play space! Well appointed with adorable extras (the stick and pinecone library 🤩) and secure fencing! It was a wonderful spot to wear out the pups! 10/10 recommend! Emily K.
Emily K.
April 2025
What a fantastic play space! Well appointed with adorable extras (the stick and pinecone library 🤩) and secure fencing! It was a wonderful spot to wear out the pups! 10/10 recommend!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55We still love this place. My dog routinely ignores his recall because he wants to stay here longer. The stick library is exceptionally well stocked. Aash B.
Aash B.
March 2025
We still love this place. My dog routinely ignores his recall because he wants to stay here longer. The stick library is exceptionally well stocked.
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55We had a lot of fun playing ball !!! There is plenty of room and the grass is very lush ! My 2 pups had a wonderful time & were exhausted after an hour--- plenty of water and plenty of nature!!!!Jennifer F.
Jennifer F.
February 2025
We had a lot of fun playing ball !!! There is plenty of room and the grass is very lush ! My 2 pups had a wonderful time & were exhausted after an hour--- plenty of water and plenty of nature!!!!
55On arrival, Pickle, my 7-year-old love, was out the car door and checking out all the new smells and the many interesting features this site offers. One hour later at home and fed with his energy depleted, he took himself to bed. A happy dog and mom!Tula G.
Tula G.
January 2025
On arrival, Pickle, my 7-year-old love, was out the car door and checking out all the new smells and the many interesting features this site offers. One hour later at home and fed with his energy depleted, he took himself to bed. A happy dog and mom!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55A lovely spot to bring your dog, and Karin is so welcoming and kind. I was visiting from out of state for a family memorial service in San Francisco, and it was such a relief to find Karin’s Sniffspot. It gave my pup the perfect chance to burn off some energy before the event. After being cooped up in the car during the long drive the day before, he needed a safe and quiet space to stretch his legs. Karin’s yard was not only a fantastic place for him to explore, but it was also beautifully maintained and located in a peaceful neighborhood. While my pup is generally well-behaved, I made sure to keep an extra eye on him to ensure he didn’t disturb the lovely landscaping. Highly recommend this spot!Rachael L.
Rachael L.
January 2025
A lovely spot to bring your dog, and Karin is so welcoming and kind. I was visiting from out of state for a family memorial service in San Francisco, and it was such a relief to find Karin’s Sniffspot. It gave my pup the perfect chance to burn off some energy before the event. After being cooped up in the car during the long drive the day before, he needed a safe and quiet space to stretch his legs. Karin’s yard was not only a fantastic place for him to explore, but it was also beautifully maintained and located in a peaceful neighborhood. While my pup is generally well-behaved, I made sure to keep an extra eye on him to ensure he didn’t disturb the lovely landscaping. Highly recommend this spot!
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55We continue to revisit this spot. It's great for our dogs and we get to sit in a nice, sunny lawn while our dogs get extra energy out. Karin is always communicative and very helpful but we're always left alone as well. Alexandra D.
Alexandra D.
December 2024
We continue to revisit this spot. It's great for our dogs and we get to sit in a nice, sunny lawn while our dogs get extra energy out. Karin is always communicative and very helpful but we're always left alone as well.
Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael | Sniffspot
55My dog had a great time exploring the totally secure property. He checked out all the boundaries...but to no avail. Lots of things to smell, different levels, room to roam. Definitely a keeper for him!Tula G.
Tula G.
December 2024
My dog had a great time exploring the totally secure property. He checked out all the boundaries...but to no avail. Lots of things to smell, different levels, room to roam. Definitely a keeper for him!
Ashley's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In San Rafael | Sniffspot
55Fantastic Sniffspot. The dogs had so much fun and this host is the kindest and most attentive I have ever had the pleasure of communicating with. Lauren F.
Lauren F.
December 2024
Fantastic Sniffspot. The dogs had so much fun and this host is the kindest and most attentive I have ever had the pleasure of communicating with.
Ashley's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In San Rafael | Sniffspot
55My dog and I had a wonderful time. Fully fenced large back yard to run around. Partially cement yard and the rest is grass / dirt. Lots of different areas to sit, even a hammock! The backyard has a covered area with a large table and chairs to sit at if it is raining or if you need some shade. We were happily surprised to see there was a basket of a variety of toys to play with and lots of dog treats waiting for us on the table and also some snacks and drinks for humans :). We will definitely be back. Sophia A.
Sophia A.
November 2024
My dog and I had a wonderful time. Fully fenced large back yard to run around. Partially cement yard and the rest is grass / dirt. Lots of different areas to sit, even a hammock! The backyard has a covered area with a large table and chairs to sit at if it is raining or if you need some shade. We were happily surprised to see there was a basket of a variety of toys to play with and lots of dog treats waiting for us on the table and also some snacks and drinks for humans :). We will definitely be back.
55Just perfect in every way! We don’t have a substantial yard for our energetic pup and this was heaven for him! Thanks, Stephanie!! Kelsey L.
Kelsey L.
October 2024
Just perfect in every way! We don’t have a substantial yard for our energetic pup and this was heaven for him! Thanks, Stephanie!!
How do San Rafael'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 San Rafael 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. 2% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the San Rafael 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 221 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 332 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.
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