55This is the first time I've ever used sniff spot, I'm impressed!! I will probably be back on a regular base weekly at least during the time the weather is nice.
We arrived and parked on the left side,
At leashed up Milee, and entered on the right side where the gate is, lots of toys water for the doggies, there's a pooper scooper 😉
Rebecca was very sweet and introduced herself as she is the host.
She explained that she's going to Grass up the area for it to be more welcoming for doggies
I just think having a acre + to run around for an hour is perfect!
There's a nice place for the humans to hang out while the dog goes get their smell on. Lots of area to smell 😍!!! Milee gives this place 10 star, unfortunately five star is the maximum 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩!!Franci B.
Franci B.
September 2023
This is the first time I've ever used sniff spot, I'm impressed!! I will probably be back on a regular base weekly at least during the time the weather is nice.
We arrived and parked on the left side,
At leashed up Milee, and entered on the right side where the gate is, lots of toys water for the doggies, there's a pooper scooper 😉
Rebecca was very sweet and introduced herself as she is the host.
She explained that she's going to Grass up the area for it to be more welcoming for doggies
I just think having a acre + to run around for an hour is perfect!
There's a nice place for the humans to hang out while the dog goes get their smell on. Lots of area to smell 😍!!! Milee gives this place 10 star, unfortunately five star is the maximum 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩!!
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55My dog loved it! We just did a 1/2 hour to check it out. I will do the full hour next time and bring a blanket and a book since he doesn’t fetch and just wanted to run around and smell everything 😂 Thank you!Kayla J.
Kayla J.
August 2023
My dog loved it! We just did a 1/2 hour to check it out. I will do the full hour next time and bring a blanket and a book since he doesn’t fetch and just wanted to run around and smell everything 😂 Thank you!
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Today was the first time at the dog park and our dogs had a Blast!!!
The area is well secured so we had no issues letting them run and roam on ther own as we sat back and watched.
We will be back
Thank you Mary H.
Mary H.
August 2023
Today was the first time at the dog park and our dogs had a Blast!!!
The area is well secured so we had no issues letting them run and roam on ther own as we sat back and watched.
We will be back
Thank you
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Excellent space. Large enough to be fun for a large dog, small enough to sit down. Seating and tree shade, dog toys and pop scoop provided. Will be back! Kelly V.
Kelly V.
August 2023
Excellent space. Large enough to be fun for a large dog, small enough to sit down. Seating and tree shade, dog toys and pop scoop provided. Will be back!
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55What a great hour of pure fun our 10 month old Lab, Faye had with her new best friend Lucas, a gorgeous 90 lb 2year old rescue from our local Shelter. We’ve been wanting to have our dogs meet up for a playdate but since neither of us has fenced yards- where to meet? This was the perfect spot- completely fenced, plenty of room to run, sniff, tumble, rest in the shade and then do it all again. And the dog moms and dads got to chat w/o worrying what the pups were up to! Thank you so much for opening your property up to accommodate those of us w/ dogs that aren’t crazy about dog parks. Pure gold!!LouAnna P.
LouAnna P.
August 2023
What a great hour of pure fun our 10 month old Lab, Faye had with her new best friend Lucas, a gorgeous 90 lb 2year old rescue from our local Shelter. We’ve been wanting to have our dogs meet up for a playdate but since neither of us has fenced yards- where to meet? This was the perfect spot- completely fenced, plenty of room to run, sniff, tumble, rest in the shade and then do it all again. And the dog moms and dads got to chat w/o worrying what the pups were up to! Thank you so much for opening your property up to accommodate those of us w/ dogs that aren’t crazy about dog parks. Pure gold!!
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55What a sweet spot! Plenty of space for the pooch to play and explore and nice chairs so I could relax and take in the stunning scenery. It's very evident that Rebecca truly wants the best experience for our furbabbies by supplying a beautiful, safe space with plenty of toys, sticks and drinking water. My little guy was blissfully pooped after his visit. Fell asleep on the way home with a smile on his face:) We look forward to many more visits! Heidi W.
Heidi W.
August 2023
What a sweet spot! Plenty of space for the pooch to play and explore and nice chairs so I could relax and take in the stunning scenery. It's very evident that Rebecca truly wants the best experience for our furbabbies by supplying a beautiful, safe space with plenty of toys, sticks and drinking water. My little guy was blissfully pooped after his visit. Fell asleep on the way home with a smile on his face:) We look forward to many more visits!
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Great area to take the dogs to go play. Loved how there was a variety of toys there available for us to use, along with a big ole bowl of water for the pups. Can’t wait to come here again Brandon H.
Brandon H.
August 2023
Great area to take the dogs to go play. Loved how there was a variety of toys there available for us to use, along with a big ole bowl of water for the pups. Can’t wait to come here again
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55We had a great time with our pup! Plenty of space and things for your pup to do (balls, sticks, toys). Nice chairs as well to sit as you watch your dog play! Bella F.
Bella F.
August 2023
We had a great time with our pup! Plenty of space and things for your pup to do (balls, sticks, toys). Nice chairs as well to sit as you watch your dog play!
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Fantastic spot for sniffing, running, fetching, and a tiny bit of agility. Fully fenced, and unless your dog is persistent and really doesn’t want to be there, I felt it was high and secure enough my dog couldn’t escape. Our dog had a blast and we’ll definitely be back!Sigrid M.
Sigrid M.
September 2023
Fantastic spot for sniffing, running, fetching, and a tiny bit of agility. Fully fenced, and unless your dog is persistent and really doesn’t want to be there, I felt it was high and secure enough my dog couldn’t escape. Our dog had a blast and we’ll definitely be back!
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Great open space for the dogs to run with a basket of toys, balls and fresh water. There’s a pretty tree with a couple chairs to sit on while you throw a ball for your dogs and take in the view :-)Simcha M.
Simcha M.
September 2023
Great open space for the dogs to run with a basket of toys, balls and fresh water. There’s a pretty tree with a couple chairs to sit on while you throw a ball for your dogs and take in the view :-)
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Very thoughtfully planned spot!! The host has sticks and toys for guests to borrow. They also gave us a rag to wipe the morning dew off the chairs. Our dog loved every second of it, and so did we! Johanna M.
Johanna M.
September 2023
Very thoughtfully planned spot!! The host has sticks and toys for guests to borrow. They also gave us a rag to wipe the morning dew off the chairs. Our dog loved every second of it, and so did we!
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55What a great spot of a private dog park. The boys had a blast running around and hanging out under the tree for some much needed shade on this sunny day. We’ll definitely be going back!Esmeralda R.
Esmeralda R.
September 2023
What a great spot of a private dog park. The boys had a blast running around and hanging out under the tree for some much needed shade on this sunny day. We’ll definitely be going back!
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55This location is so beautiful, spacious, and super welcoming. The Sniffspot sign on the street makes it super easy to find and has a very nice lot for parking. My dog had a great time here and I will be coming back for months to come. It was pouring before my scheduled time and was unsure if it was going to work out and the host was very accommodating to rescheduling. Luckily it stopped raining a few minutes after my 1hr began and was able to enjoy the rest of my visit. Great spot & HIGHLY recommend 😁! Alexia Z.
Alexia Z.
September 2023
This location is so beautiful, spacious, and super welcoming. The Sniffspot sign on the street makes it super easy to find and has a very nice lot for parking. My dog had a great time here and I will be coming back for months to come. It was pouring before my scheduled time and was unsure if it was going to work out and the host was very accommodating to rescheduling. Luckily it stopped raining a few minutes after my 1hr began and was able to enjoy the rest of my visit. Great spot & HIGHLY recommend 😁!
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Nice open area. Fully fenced, clean, nice place to sit, toys water provided. Easy to find and well labeled where to park etc.
Our pup got a lot of great bidding and balll chasing in. Cyndy B.
Cyndy B.
September 2023
Nice open area. Fully fenced, clean, nice place to sit, toys water provided. Easy to find and well labeled where to park etc.
Our pup got a lot of great bidding and balll chasing in.
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
5510/10 experience. I was never worried about my escape artist finding a way out of the fence and all three of my dogs completely pooped themselves out. They were too busy with all the smells that they didn’t even notice all the great toys! Super clean and everything was well marked. I wish something like this was available years ago for my fearful and sometimes reactive dog who can’t enjoy a regular dog park. We will definitely be coming back soon. Emily W.
Emily W.
September 2023
10/10 experience. I was never worried about my escape artist finding a way out of the fence and all three of my dogs completely pooped themselves out. They were too busy with all the smells that they didn’t even notice all the great toys! Super clean and everything was well marked. I wish something like this was available years ago for my fearful and sometimes reactive dog who can’t enjoy a regular dog park. We will definitely be coming back soon.
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55We didn’t get to actually visit due to a sudden down pour. But we did drive past and the spot looks absolutely perfect and Rebecca was so sweet about the whole situation. We will DEFINITELY be going and enjoying her spot. jennifer b.
jennifer b.
September 2023
We didn’t get to actually visit due to a sudden down pour. But we did drive past and the spot looks absolutely perfect and Rebecca was so sweet about the whole situation. We will DEFINITELY be going and enjoying her spot.
Bayside Field and Farm Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55I had the pleasure of checking out a local private ‘Sniff Spot’ over the weekend. It’s located in the Bayside area. It’s a lovely property, fenced in for owners to bring their dogs to run off leash. The owner Rebecca has created a safe environment in a very pastoral setting. She is very friendly and kindhearted. We had a great time! I highly recommend it! - Laurie HanlyBeverly H.
Beverly H.
September 2023
I had the pleasure of checking out a local private ‘Sniff Spot’ over the weekend. It’s located in the Bayside area. It’s a lovely property, fenced in for owners to bring their dogs to run off leash. The owner Rebecca has created a safe environment in a very pastoral setting. She is very friendly and kindhearted. We had a great time! I highly recommend it! - Laurie Hanly
How do Arcata'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 our Arcata 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Arcata 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 1 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 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.