55This was our first sniffspot ever and we had a great time. We brought three dogs and they had plenty of space to run around, the area was very clean and maintained. Poop bags were provided, a trash can to dispose of them, a good selection of tennis balls and water bowls. We had such a good time I forgot to take pictures or the dogs. Definitely will return! Brittany J.
Brittany J.
May 2023
This was our first sniffspot ever and we had a great time. We brought three dogs and they had plenty of space to run around, the area was very clean and maintained. Poop bags were provided, a trash can to dispose of them, a good selection of tennis balls and water bowls. We had such a good time I forgot to take pictures or the dogs. Definitely will return!
55Really great spot, off the road parking, clean and extra toys if needed. Just need to remember to bring your own water. Will definitely come againKevin S.
Kevin S.
May 2023
Really great spot, off the road parking, clean and extra toys if needed. Just need to remember to bring your own water. Will definitely come again
55First time going to a Sniff spot & this location did not disappoint! It was clean and private, this was extremely important as we have three reactive dogs when they see other animals. My doggos loved it and had plenty of space to run. One reminder is to bring your pet some water and a bowl, this is one there but in case you want to keep one strictly for your pup! Will definitely be returning! Katrina V.
Katrina V.
May 2023
First time going to a Sniff spot & this location did not disappoint! It was clean and private, this was extremely important as we have three reactive dogs when they see other animals. My doggos loved it and had plenty of space to run. One reminder is to bring your pet some water and a bowl, this is one there but in case you want to keep one strictly for your pup! Will definitely be returning!
55Absolutely wonderful experience for my Belgium Malinois! He had a blast. Clean, fully-fenced, well maintained. My husband will be back in a few days with our pup. Rachel H.
Rachel H.
May 2023
Absolutely wonderful experience for my Belgium Malinois! He had a blast. Clean, fully-fenced, well maintained. My husband will be back in a few days with our pup.
55Grass was really hot so my dogs stayed in the shade but I've been here before and my dogs love it! Just need to pick a much cooler day. Also there was some poop in some areas but that's OK. Jasmine A.
Jasmine A.
May 2023
Grass was really hot so my dogs stayed in the shade but I've been here before and my dogs love it! Just need to pick a much cooler day. Also there was some poop in some areas but that's OK.
55Really nice. Took a little bit to find initially since it's behind the buildings but once we got it parking was easy and the place was really niceCelia H.
Celia H.
May 2023
Really nice. Took a little bit to find initially since it's behind the buildings but once we got it parking was easy and the place was really nice
55We enjoyed our first visit to the BAK9 field! The field was spacious and the area was mostly quiet (there were occasional baseball noises from the building next door during our visit on a Saturday afternoon, as well as a plane flying by every once in a while). Our anxious puppy was a bit scared of these sounds, but otherwise enjoyed running around off leash. It does get pretty sunny and hot without much shade in the field, so be sure to bring water and something to help cool off!Sabrina H.
Sabrina H.
April 2023
We enjoyed our first visit to the BAK9 field! The field was spacious and the area was mostly quiet (there were occasional baseball noises from the building next door during our visit on a Saturday afternoon, as well as a plane flying by every once in a while). Our anxious puppy was a bit scared of these sounds, but otherwise enjoyed running around off leash. It does get pretty sunny and hot without much shade in the field, so be sure to bring water and something to help cool off!
55This was perfect for my two big German Shepherds. It's so spacious, private, and very clean! It was easy to just pull into the parking spot indicated in the directions and walk into the fully fenced areas.
I appreciated the chairs available and the garbage can.
We will absolutely be back!! Thanks for sharing this space. <3Lauren S.
Lauren S.
March 2023
This was perfect for my two big German Shepherds. It's so spacious, private, and very clean! It was easy to just pull into the parking spot indicated in the directions and walk into the fully fenced areas.
I appreciated the chairs available and the garbage can.
We will absolutely be back!! Thanks for sharing this space. <3
55My dogs had a great time here. Everything was as expected and we were able to enjoy our time with no interruptions or hiccups. It was private, so my reactive pup was at ease the entire time. Zaharra A.
Zaharra A.
March 2023
My dogs had a great time here. Everything was as expected and we were able to enjoy our time with no interruptions or hiccups. It was private, so my reactive pup was at ease the entire time.
55This was such a perfect space for my foster dog who is not yet trained and can’t play with other dogs yet. Totally fenced in securely and so much space! We will definitely be back again. Jessica S.
Jessica S.
March 2023
This was such a perfect space for my foster dog who is not yet trained and can’t play with other dogs yet. Totally fenced in securely and so much space! We will definitely be back again.
55It’s a nice big area with lush turf. My dogs thoroughly enjoyed their run here. The area is pretty clean and also has some chairs and water bowl which came handy to sit and keep our stuff on. The parking is easy and just in front of the field.Mimansha B.
Mimansha B.
March 2023
It’s a nice big area with lush turf. My dogs thoroughly enjoyed their run here. The area is pretty clean and also has some chairs and water bowl which came handy to sit and keep our stuff on. The parking is easy and just in front of the field.
55It's bigger in person and my dog had a blast! I'm glad I found this place since my dog doesn't really have a yard to run around in and she's also reactive. Will be back very soon! Jasmine A.
Jasmine A.
March 2023
It's bigger in person and my dog had a blast! I'm glad I found this place since my dog doesn't really have a yard to run around in and she's also reactive. Will be back very soon!
55Small area in one corner big enough for a small dog to fit through, but other than that my big dog and I had a great time. There was a lot of background noise but my pup did well. They have a pooper scooper there for you and easy to get to. Chelsea f.
Chelsea f.
March 2023
Small area in one corner big enough for a small dog to fit through, but other than that my big dog and I had a great time. There was a lot of background noise but my pup did well. They have a pooper scooper there for you and easy to get to.
55Nice place to take your dog. It's clean, safe, well fenced, and has lots of room for the bigger dogs to run. Bring some tennis balls and a Chuck-it; my Golden Retriever was exhausted by the end of our visit.Robert A.
Robert A.
March 2023
Nice place to take your dog. It's clean, safe, well fenced, and has lots of room for the bigger dogs to run. Bring some tennis balls and a Chuck-it; my Golden Retriever was exhausted by the end of our visit.
55Great sniffspot that was fully fenced. The yard was very neat and my dog loved running on the grass and playing fetch. Easy street parking.Rebecca S.
Rebecca S.
July 2019
Great sniffspot that was fully fenced. The yard was very neat and my dog loved running on the grass and playing fetch. Easy street parking.
How do Atherton'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 Atherton 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Atherton 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 109 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 18 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.
Does Atherton have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 109 fully fenced dog parks in or near Atherton. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Atherton?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Atherton?
There are 12 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Atherton where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Stagnaro Stables Puppy Romper Room ;).