55Amazing Sniffspot! So many things to explore and very enriching for our dogs. Highly recommend for anyone’s pups! Host is very kind, responsive and amazing overall. Melannie U.
Melannie U.
January 2024
Amazing Sniffspot! So many things to explore and very enriching for our dogs. Highly recommend for anyone’s pups! Host is very kind, responsive and amazing overall.
Kandi's Private Dog Park In Vista/San Marcos | Sniffspot
55Kandi was super helpful and really friendly, adding a lot to the experience. The property is beautiful with great views and a quaint little pond. The trails are nice, especially for dogs to run around. Just a note, be careful with Google Maps directions as they might lead you about 5 miles off.Rob C.
Rob C.
January 2024
Kandi was super helpful and really friendly, adding a lot to the experience. The property is beautiful with great views and a quaint little pond. The trails are nice, especially for dogs to run around. Just a note, be careful with Google Maps directions as they might lead you about 5 miles off.
Kandi's Private Dog Park In Vista/San Marcos | Sniffspot
55What a wonderful spot! When we arrived Kandi’s husband was there to greet us and explained a bit about their property and areas to explore. They are new to Sniffspot and mentioned they were working on getting signs and establishing a parking area which would make finding the spot a lot easier as gps can be a little funky. The dogs absolutely loved running around and there was so much to see from lovely little vistas to lush grassy spots. There are chickens (in a coop) so we leashed one of our dogs as he has a pret drive and people about (hosts have an air bnb), but everyone we met were really nice and welcoming. I would 100% recommend checking this spot out!Emily W.
Emily W.
January 2024
What a wonderful spot! When we arrived Kandi’s husband was there to greet us and explained a bit about their property and areas to explore. They are new to Sniffspot and mentioned they were working on getting signs and establishing a parking area which would make finding the spot a lot easier as gps can be a little funky. The dogs absolutely loved running around and there was so much to see from lovely little vistas to lush grassy spots. There are chickens (in a coop) so we leashed one of our dogs as he has a pret drive and people about (hosts have an air bnb), but everyone we met were really nice and welcoming. I would 100% recommend checking this spot out!
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55Brought my three dogs here and they had a blast sniffing around and exploring! The map provided really helped. There was a nice mowed path around the perimeter that we jumped on and off of. The creek was dried up but my dogs enjoyed exploring the creek bed so that worked out just fine. Lots of trees and bark and bushes that my little hunter had a fun time jumping in and out of. Stephanie W.
Stephanie W.
November 2023
Brought my three dogs here and they had a blast sniffing around and exploring! The map provided really helped. There was a nice mowed path around the perimeter that we jumped on and off of. The creek was dried up but my dogs enjoyed exploring the creek bed so that worked out just fine. Lots of trees and bark and bushes that my little hunter had a fun time jumping in and out of.
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55Wide open space with lots of opportunities to sniff and explore. Our 2 doberman rescues had a great time exploring (on 30ft leashes) as the property is partially fenced. Not a problem at all, but we're still getting to know our recently rescued pups...and don't trust their recall ability quite yet. Will definitely come back. (bring water). THANKS STEFANIE...it's a lovely place for our dogs to experience. :) RENI S.
RENI S.
December 2023
Wide open space with lots of opportunities to sniff and explore. Our 2 doberman rescues had a great time exploring (on 30ft leashes) as the property is partially fenced. Not a problem at all, but we're still getting to know our recently rescued pups...and don't trust their recall ability quite yet. Will definitely come back. (bring water). THANKS STEFANIE...it's a lovely place for our dogs to experience. :)
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55Lots of open space and shady areas! only saw a few people walking on the driveway trail but it was perfect! we had lots of space to run away! My pup is so happy! Juliana M.
Juliana M.
December 2023
Lots of open space and shady areas! only saw a few people walking on the driveway trail but it was perfect! we had lots of space to run away! My pup is so happy!
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55Directions provided made it easy to locate. Nice, large field with paths mowed. There are a lot of gopher holes so watch your step. Several large trees in the area to provide shade. Puppy had a great time sniffing and sprinting around.Al T.
Al T.
December 2023
Directions provided made it easy to locate. Nice, large field with paths mowed. There are a lot of gopher holes so watch your step. Several large trees in the area to provide shade. Puppy had a great time sniffing and sprinting around.
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55This is truly a private dog park! Not only did our dogs enjoy their time sniffing, running, and fetching but my husband and I got our laps in! We’re definitely coming back! SJ B.
SJ B.
December 2023
This is truly a private dog park! Not only did our dogs enjoy their time sniffing, running, and fetching but my husband and I got our laps in! We’re definitely coming back!
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55Such a great Sniffspot! Secluded but not too far from the freeway either. Wiggles had so much fun sniffing everything. We'll definitely be back :)Olivia P.
Olivia P.
December 2023
Such a great Sniffspot! Secluded but not too far from the freeway either. Wiggles had so much fun sniffing everything. We'll definitely be back :)
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55So spacious! Great for multiple dogs. Would recommend. I wouldn't say it is 20 acres though, the open field seemed more like a couple of acres, and the rest seems to share space with a campground it seems? Just make sure the dogs stay in the field. Overall, we will come visit again!Rachael H.
Rachael H.
January 2024
So spacious! Great for multiple dogs. Would recommend. I wouldn't say it is 20 acres though, the open field seemed more like a couple of acres, and the rest seems to share space with a campground it seems? Just make sure the dogs stay in the field. Overall, we will come visit again!
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55We had a great time with Turbo - just what he needed for his training as a rescue pup! Stefanie was very communicative with us, and has even offered to help us with Turbo's leash reactivity training - thanks Stefanie!Jane M.
Jane M.
January 2024
We had a great time with Turbo - just what he needed for his training as a rescue pup! Stefanie was very communicative with us, and has even offered to help us with Turbo's leash reactivity training - thanks Stefanie!
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55My dog loved sniffing all over the field. I found it really easy to find with Stefanie’s written instructions. As long as your dog has some recall/doesn’t bolt as soon as you take them off the leash, you’ll be fine with the fencing. It’s such a large, open space! Faith C.
Faith C.
January 2024
My dog loved sniffing all over the field. I found it really easy to find with Stefanie’s written instructions. As long as your dog has some recall/doesn’t bolt as soon as you take them off the leash, you’ll be fine with the fencing. It’s such a large, open space!
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55Great space! Nice and wide open and appreciated the mowing. Especially since my dog decided he didn’t want to walk through the field stuff lol. My lil man had a lot of fun! Amber H.
Amber H.
January 2024
Great space! Nice and wide open and appreciated the mowing. Especially since my dog decided he didn’t want to walk through the field stuff lol. My lil man had a lot of fun!
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55First Sniffspot experience, and what a great area for your dog to explore and romp around in! Felt plenty big. Would be a perfect spot for multiple dogs. It was really peaceful for us hoomans too, and there are a lot of big trees providing shade. Didn’t have any issues navigating it with Stefanie’s directions. Highly recommend! Mel A.
Mel A.
January 2024
First Sniffspot experience, and what a great area for your dog to explore and romp around in! Felt plenty big. Would be a perfect spot for multiple dogs. It was really peaceful for us hoomans too, and there are a lot of big trees providing shade. Didn’t have any issues navigating it with Stefanie’s directions. Highly recommend!
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55This was our first time using Sniffspot. Our 2 golden retrievers were so happy to be off leash. The field is big enough to wear them out. Great location. We will be getting a monthly subscription Ronit M.
Ronit M.
January 2024
This was our first time using Sniffspot. Our 2 golden retrievers were so happy to be off leash. The field is big enough to wear them out. Great location. We will be getting a monthly subscription
Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos | Sniffspot
55I found the property easily and once inside the gate I saw the Sniffspot sign near the table. I feel its a great spot to walk around on the mowed paths and practice recall training with dogs. I was not comfortable letting my dogs run off in the tall overgrowth .There are lots of places my dogs liked to sniff so the spot lives up to its name. Lots of room we will visit again.Jessica K.
Jessica K.
November 2023
I found the property easily and once inside the gate I saw the Sniffspot sign near the table. I feel its a great spot to walk around on the mowed paths and practice recall training with dogs. I was not comfortable letting my dogs run off in the tall overgrowth .There are lots of places my dogs liked to sniff so the spot lives up to its name. Lots of room we will visit again.
How do Bonsall'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 Bonsall 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.
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