55Great spot! Good spot for me and my pup to explore and practice recall and being off leash but still safe. Cute little trails, everything is marked. We enjoyed our time! Thank you for sharing this spot with pup owners! Laura G.
Laura G.
May 2024
Great spot! Good spot for me and my pup to explore and practice recall and being off leash but still safe. Cute little trails, everything is marked. We enjoyed our time! Thank you for sharing this spot with pup owners!
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55It was perfect! The trails were clean and taken care of and the entrance was clear and thoughtful. We will definitely be bringing our dogs back :) It was a bit of a drive for us so we showed up a little late but it was still so worth it. The dogs loved going through the trails and getting to explore. They slept the whole car ride home :)Katelynn S.
Katelynn S.
May 2024
It was perfect! The trails were clean and taken care of and the entrance was clear and thoughtful. We will definitely be bringing our dogs back :) It was a bit of a drive for us so we showed up a little late but it was still so worth it. The dogs loved going through the trails and getting to explore. They slept the whole car ride home :)
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55Gorgeous place. So peaceful and quiet. I swear the air was somehow fresher. The view loop wasn’t as well maintained as the other two, but easy enough to navigate. Trails were well marked with pink ribbons and the benches were an added bonus to stop and simply take in the scenery Robin F.
Robin F.
May 2024
Gorgeous place. So peaceful and quiet. I swear the air was somehow fresher. The view loop wasn’t as well maintained as the other two, but easy enough to navigate. Trails were well marked with pink ribbons and the benches were an added bonus to stop and simply take in the scenery
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55This was a really great spot for me and my dog. We are working on search sports so there were plenty of places to hide and find me. Between doing that and the nice little hike, it was just right for an hour. Leslie M.
Leslie M.
June 2024
This was a really great spot for me and my dog. We are working on search sports so there were plenty of places to hide and find me. Between doing that and the nice little hike, it was just right for an hour.
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55Sapphire is a wonderland of hiking trails and gorgeous scenery. I almost don’t want to write a review because once everyone goes it’ll be booked out forever. If you do decompression walks with your dogs, this is exactly what you’ve been looking for. My pup and I both had a fantastic time.
Exceptionally easy parking, complete with an adorable farm stand. The entire property is well-maintained, with well-marked trails. It wouldn’t surprise me if the folks running this had trail maintenance experience. Great covered seating area that stayed dry despite the rain. It was misty when we went, and being able to take a dry seat and towel myself and my pup off before heading out was wonderful.
Bring your hiking boots, and yaktrax if it’s wet & muddy. This isn’t a tennis shoe trip. You’ll also want to carry water/snack for yourself and your pup because going back to the car is all uphill all the way, and you’re going to want to stay below and explore.
Go. Your pup will thank you. Abigail B.
Abigail B.
June 2024
Sapphire is a wonderland of hiking trails and gorgeous scenery. I almost don’t want to write a review because once everyone goes it’ll be booked out forever. If you do decompression walks with your dogs, this is exactly what you’ve been looking for. My pup and I both had a fantastic time.
Exceptionally easy parking, complete with an adorable farm stand. The entire property is well-maintained, with well-marked trails. It wouldn’t surprise me if the folks running this had trail maintenance experience. Great covered seating area that stayed dry despite the rain. It was misty when we went, and being able to take a dry seat and towel myself and my pup off before heading out was wonderful.
Bring your hiking boots, and yaktrax if it’s wet & muddy. This isn’t a tennis shoe trip. You’ll also want to carry water/snack for yourself and your pup because going back to the car is all uphill all the way, and you’re going to want to stay below and explore.
Go. Your pup will thank you.
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55wow this is such a gem! i can't believe we waited this long to visit this awesome spot. beautifully maintained, very clear markers and maps, and so peaceful! my dog loved it here and i'm sure we will be back. definitely a bit slippery after rain but just wear better traction than i did :) absolutely no triggers or tough distractions for my nervous guy, can't wait to come back.Reed V.
Reed V.
June 2024
wow this is such a gem! i can't believe we waited this long to visit this awesome spot. beautifully maintained, very clear markers and maps, and so peaceful! my dog loved it here and i'm sure we will be back. definitely a bit slippery after rain but just wear better traction than i did :) absolutely no triggers or tough distractions for my nervous guy, can't wait to come back.
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55First time at this spot and it was very lovely! We were able to explore all of the trails and still had time to relax at the meadow. Parts are steep, both up and down, but it felt good to get the blood pumping. Dogs loved running and I loved not worrying at every corner. Will definitely be back!Jennifer P.
Jennifer P.
June 2024
First time at this spot and it was very lovely! We were able to explore all of the trails and still had time to relax at the meadow. Parts are steep, both up and down, but it felt good to get the blood pumping. Dogs loved running and I loved not worrying at every corner. Will definitely be back!
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55My goodness! We are so grateful to the owners and caretakers of this space for sharing it with all of us. It was such a blessing to get to watch my leash reactive pups be free and get to be themselves on the trails. Mom got a workout too! And we got to hear so many beautiful birds— swainsons thrush, lazuli bunting, spotted towhee, song sparrows, and stellar jays. What a wonderful time spent with my lovely creatures in a beautiful piece of the forest. We will be back! 🐾🌳🏔️Natasha H.
Natasha H.
June 2024
My goodness! We are so grateful to the owners and caretakers of this space for sharing it with all of us. It was such a blessing to get to watch my leash reactive pups be free and get to be themselves on the trails. Mom got a workout too! And we got to hear so many beautiful birds— swainsons thrush, lazuli bunting, spotted towhee, song sparrows, and stellar jays. What a wonderful time spent with my lovely creatures in a beautiful piece of the forest. We will be back! 🐾🌳🏔️
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55I am so grateful to have learned that businesses like this exist. My dogs well socialized and well-trained, including trained to be off leash, But there are so few places I can take them where they can be off leash and not be fenced in.They won’t play in dog parks, they stand around and guard me even when we’re surrounded by dogs and people they are very familiar with. We visited Sapphire Point for the first time this morning and will most definitely come back again and again. This was perfect. They loved running on the trails, exploring the forested areas, and playing with two of their friends in the Meadow. Thank you for sharing this beautiful property. Kimberly B.
Kimberly B.
June 2024
I am so grateful to have learned that businesses like this exist. My dogs well socialized and well-trained, including trained to be off leash, But there are so few places I can take them where they can be off leash and not be fenced in.They won’t play in dog parks, they stand around and guard me even when we’re surrounded by dogs and people they are very familiar with. We visited Sapphire Point for the first time this morning and will most definitely come back again and again. This was perfect. They loved running on the trails, exploring the forested areas, and playing with two of their friends in the Meadow. Thank you for sharing this beautiful property. 
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55THE BEST YET! Extremely easy to find the parking spot, and the trails were really intuitive to follow. Just absolutely gorgeous. We had a great time watching our 4 small dogs run free without worrying. Stephanie F.
Stephanie F.
June 2024
THE BEST YET! Extremely easy to find the parking spot, and the trails were really intuitive to follow. Just absolutely gorgeous. We had a great time watching our 4 small dogs run free without worrying.
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55This was fantastic! The creek trail is quite a steep trail, but absolutely fantastic for exercising an excited pup. We had a fantastic time, and will absolutely be back! What a gem!Katie C.
Katie C.
June 2024
This was fantastic! The creek trail is quite a steep trail, but absolutely fantastic for exercising an excited pup. We had a fantastic time, and will absolutely be back! What a gem!
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55Beautiful, private spot. The trails are well marked and well kept. Gorgeous view from one of the trails of the valley below. Tommy had such a good time!rachel p.
rachel p.
June 2024
Beautiful, private spot. The trails are well marked and well kept. Gorgeous view from one of the trails of the valley below. Tommy had such a good time!
Sapphire Point Private Dog Park In NW Portland | Sniffspot
55My dog and I had a wonderful visit! This is such a lovely escape and perfect to let my dog safely roam off leash. Trails were well marked with flagging tape and the paths were cleared and easy to navigate. We’ll definitely be back!Meredith W.
Meredith W.
June 2024
My dog and I had a wonderful visit! This is such a lovely escape and perfect to let my dog safely roam off leash. Trails were well marked with flagging tape and the paths were cleared and easy to navigate. We’ll definitely be back!
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55Nice walking trails (fairly steep) and room to play. Clean and a great set up with lots of places for people to sit. Also got some fresh eggs while we were there from the farm stand!Kyra S.
Kyra S.
June 2024
Nice walking trails (fairly steep) and room to play. Clean and a great set up with lots of places for people to sit. Also got some fresh eggs while we were there from the farm stand!
Sapphire Point Private Dog Park In NW Portland | Sniffspot
55This spot is amazing. Beautiful views of Mt St Helens with lots of shade on a hot day. Quiet and peaceful, perfect for a decompression walk for me and my reactive pup. Lots of space and privacy to practice recall, work on trail manners, and go on a sniffari. Nicole K.
Nicole K.
June 2024
This spot is amazing. Beautiful views of Mt St Helens with lots of shade on a hot day. Quiet and peaceful, perfect for a decompression walk for me and my reactive pup. Lots of space and privacy to practice recall, work on trail manners, and go on a sniffari.
How do Amity's private dog hiking trails 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 Amity dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.