55Wonderful spot surrounded by citrus groves! There is a shaded patio with a picnic table, chairs, and toys. There are foxtails in the scruff, which is to be expected of pretty much anyplace, so just remember to check your pup’s feet in the car. Erin J.
Erin J.
June 2025
Wonderful spot surrounded by citrus groves! There is a shaded patio with a picnic table, chairs, and toys. There are foxtails in the scruff, which is to be expected of pretty much anyplace, so just remember to check your pup’s feet in the car.
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55We always enjoy our time here, Pepper loves this sniff spot!!! We have been coming here for almost a year and we also have visited some other spots and this one will be always our number one ☝️🐕🫰🥰Yesenia M.
Yesenia M.
June 2025
We always enjoy our time here, Pepper loves this sniff spot!!! We have been coming here for almost a year and we also have visited some other spots and this one will be always our number one ☝️🐕🫰🥰
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55I was unable to go to visit this time around due to some car issues but Caren was nice enough to refund me my time slot. Hosts like these are hard to come by! Thank you guys for always providing 10/10 service ! Diana P.
Diana P.
June 2025
I was unable to go to visit this time around due to some car issues but Caren was nice enough to refund me my time slot. Hosts like these are hard to come by! Thank you guys for always providing 10/10 service !
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55This is by far our favorite spot to bring our two boys, Maverick and Remington! This place is perfect for them to run and explore. There is a nice covered, shaded area with chairs and lots of toys/balls if needed. There is also plenty of fresh drinking water. The host is super sweet and clearly has a passion for dogs. We will definitely be coming back!April C.
April C.
June 2025
This is by far our favorite spot to bring our two boys, Maverick and Remington! This place is perfect for them to run and explore. There is a nice covered, shaded area with chairs and lots of toys/balls if needed. There is also plenty of fresh drinking water. The host is super sweet and clearly has a passion for dogs. We will definitely be coming back!
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55This was an amazing park! We had a blast and I would highly recommend this to anyone. The host is extremely kind and has a huge heart for all dogs ❤️! We will return!Nina D.
Nina D.
June 2025
This was an amazing park! We had a blast and I would highly recommend this to anyone. The host is extremely kind and has a huge heart for all dogs ❤️! We will return!
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55Once again our dogs had a great time running and playing! This is the perfect spot! I love the chairs, shade, abundance of doggy toys and water.
We will definitely be back again and again.John Z.
John Z.
June 2025
Once again our dogs had a great time running and playing! This is the perfect spot! I love the chairs, shade, abundance of doggy toys and water.
We will definitely be back again and again.
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55Beautiful huge property, secure fence, the shaded area is very nice with lots of seating, fresh water and tons of toys. Couldn't be better. Will be back!Rachael D.
Rachael D.
June 2025
Beautiful huge property, secure fence, the shaded area is very nice with lots of seating, fresh water and tons of toys. Couldn't be better. Will be back!
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55The app forces me to wrote a comment each time we visit. However, e come so often, there is really nothing more I can add. 100% recommend this amazing place!Mirka G.
Mirka G.
June 2025
The app forces me to wrote a comment each time we visit. However, e come so often, there is really nothing more I can add. 100% recommend this amazing place!
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55But of a drive but worth it. Nice big area to just run, plenty of buckets of fresh water, nice covered seating area for the humans, they even had sun screen lotion, bug spray, hand wipes, and hand sanitizer! My dogs loved it and currently sleeping like babies!! Lisa M.
Lisa M.
June 2025
But of a drive but worth it. Nice big area to just run, plenty of buckets of fresh water, nice covered seating area for the humans, they even had sun screen lotion, bug spray, hand wipes, and hand sanitizer! My dogs loved it and currently sleeping like babies!!
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55Great as always!
Caren is kind and an excellent host.
Her place is definitely worth my 1.5 to 2 hour drive each way from OC.
My pups love it!
Thanks again Caren! Jaime C.
Jaime C.
May 2025
Great as always!
Caren is kind and an excellent host.
Her place is definitely worth my 1.5 to 2 hour drive each way from OC.
My pups love it!
Thanks again Caren!
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55Caren is so very kind and is such a great host. The sniff spot was the perfect spot for my four fur babies! They loved it, but they loved more was the trail walk that Caren offered to guide us through. My canines first time seeing goats. Thank you Caren for allowing them to have the freedom they deserved!!natalie p.
natalie p.
May 2025
Caren is so very kind and is such a great host. The sniff spot was the perfect spot for my four fur babies! They loved it, but they loved more was the trail walk that Caren offered to guide us through. My canines first time seeing goats. Thank you Caren for allowing them to have the freedom they deserved!!
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55It's literally a perfect spot to let your dogs run free! Plenty of open space, lots of toys and plenty of seating in the shade. Our third time around and we are already planning our return trip. Caren is an awesome host!🙂👍🏻John Z.
John Z.
May 2025
It's literally a perfect spot to let your dogs run free! Plenty of open space, lots of toys and plenty of seating in the shade. Our third time around and we are already planning our return trip. Caren is an awesome host!🙂👍🏻
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55Wonderful space, so dog and people-friendly. Great service. Water, toys, balls, hand sanitizer, sunscreen, you name it, they have it! Caren was so nice and accommodating. Our dogs had a BLAST!! anna i.
anna i.
May 2025
Wonderful space, so dog and people-friendly. Great service. Water, toys, balls, hand sanitizer, sunscreen, you name it, they have it! Caren was so nice and accommodating. Our dogs had a BLAST!!
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55It’s third time we come and each time, we spent an amazing time at Caren and Drasko ‘s place. They are so helpful with Gigi ! We ‘re highly recommend their place ! Definitely coming back Christele J.
Christele J.
May 2025
It’s third time we come and each time, we spent an amazing time at Caren and Drasko ‘s place. They are so helpful with Gigi ! We ‘re highly recommend their place ! Definitely coming back
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55Large fenced in area surrounded by a beautiful farm with citrus trees all around! Our dogs had the best time and left all tuckered out 🙂 we will be back again!Alexandria K.
Alexandria K.
May 2025
Large fenced in area surrounded by a beautiful farm with citrus trees all around! Our dogs had the best time and left all tuckered out 🙂 we will be back again!
How do Valley Center'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 Valley Center 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 Valley Center 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 291 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 366 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 Valley Center?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Valley Center is Capehart Park. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Valley Center have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 291 fully fenced dog parks in or near Valley Center. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Valley Center?
The Valley Center area has 16 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 Creekside dog park.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Valley Center?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Valley Center?
There are 78 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Valley Center where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center.
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