55Extremely beautiful sniffspot. The grass was luscious and SO appreciated especially during foxtail season. Not a single foxtail in sight - just beautiful extremely soft grass. It was perfect for grounding. Also this sniffspot was the perfect combination of flat grass and interesting smells to sniff. I felt like my dogs were extremely secure in the yard, and I loved how it was double gated - the back yard as well as the community. They had an amazing pool cover that supported the weight of my 45 lb dog who ran right over it (she’s never seen one before.) Hosts went above and beyond despite having something scheduled previously and made it work for everyone involved. My dogs loved it and it was the perfect leg stretch for all :) The sniffspot honestly felt like a little utopia with all the fruit and vegetables growing everywhere, and comfortable areas to luxuriate for the human. Kyria S.
Kyria S.
June 2023
Extremely beautiful sniffspot. The grass was luscious and SO appreciated especially during foxtail season. Not a single foxtail in sight - just beautiful extremely soft grass. It was perfect for grounding. Also this sniffspot was the perfect combination of flat grass and interesting smells to sniff. I felt like my dogs were extremely secure in the yard, and I loved how it was double gated - the back yard as well as the community. They had an amazing pool cover that supported the weight of my 45 lb dog who ran right over it (she’s never seen one before.) Hosts went above and beyond despite having something scheduled previously and made it work for everyone involved. My dogs loved it and it was the perfect leg stretch for all :) The sniffspot honestly felt like a little utopia with all the fruit and vegetables growing everywhere, and comfortable areas to luxuriate for the human.
55This was perfect for my energetic standard poodle. No burrs or foxtails which is a huge plus this time of year. Hosts were great and she had a blast. Casey F.
Casey F.
July 2023
This was perfect for my energetic standard poodle. No burrs or foxtails which is a huge plus this time of year. Hosts were great and she had a blast.
55Beautiful, big backyard! My pups loved it, my border collie especially appreciated the kiddie pool. We will be back again! Thank you for sharing your home with us! 🐾🐶🐾Christine P.
Christine P.
July 2023
Beautiful, big backyard! My pups loved it, my border collie especially appreciated the kiddie pool. We will be back again! Thank you for sharing your home with us! 🐾🐶🐾
55Val’s backyard was wonderful for me and my 2 dogs! Plenty of fresh green grass to run around on, and no foxtails (even in the height of summer)! Plus she left out toys and a small kiddie pool for the dogs to splash in, and left cold water for me as well since it was so hot. We had a great time!Kyle L.
Kyle L.
July 2023
Val’s backyard was wonderful for me and my 2 dogs! Plenty of fresh green grass to run around on, and no foxtails (even in the height of summer)! Plus she left out toys and a small kiddie pool for the dogs to splash in, and left cold water for me as well since it was so hot. We had a great time!
55This was a wonderful place to bring our pup. It was easy to find and the welcome text had lots of good info in it for first time sniffspot users like me. I loved that it has a lot of room for her to really stretch out her legs and run. They have a huge grassy area in the middle that was so nice and green. And when our pup was starting to tire out, the grass in the shady area was cool and relaxing for her. We didn't get to try out the little kiddie pool they had out but may try that next time. We will definitely be booking another play time here. I highly recommend Pawsome Dog Park!Meri R.
Meri R.
July 2023
This was a wonderful place to bring our pup. It was easy to find and the welcome text had lots of good info in it for first time sniffspot users like me. I loved that it has a lot of room for her to really stretch out her legs and run. They have a huge grassy area in the middle that was so nice and green. And when our pup was starting to tire out, the grass in the shady area was cool and relaxing for her. We didn't get to try out the little kiddie pool they had out but may try that next time. We will definitely be booking another play time here. I highly recommend Pawsome Dog Park!
55This was a beautiful property. Exactly like the pictures. Balto and I had a great time. Many places to explore and just run and be free. His favorite feature was the baby pool, as it was a warm day. We will definitely be visiting again! Thanks! Rachel W.
Rachel W.
August 2023
This was a beautiful property. Exactly like the pictures. Balto and I had a great time. Many places to explore and just run and be free. His favorite feature was the baby pool, as it was a warm day. We will definitely be visiting again! Thanks!
55This is a truly magical place. There is something new to explore around every corner. The yard is large enough to get the full zoom-y experience. I would recommend this to any dog owner, we had a puppy, a two year old dog, and an old lady and they all had fun in there own ways. There was water to play in and balls to chase. We will definitely be coming back! Kamri A.
Kamri A.
August 2023
This is a truly magical place. There is something new to explore around every corner. The yard is large enough to get the full zoom-y experience. I would recommend this to any dog owner, we had a puppy, a two year old dog, and an old lady and they all had fun in there own ways. There was water to play in and balls to chase. We will definitely be coming back!
55Leo and I had a blast! This space is beautiful and well kept. Plenty of space to run around in and a beautiful garden and trees for Leo to sniff around. I came down from San Jose and it was well worth the drive. Val is incredibly hospitable and communicative. A really great experience overall.Ayush S.
Ayush S.
August 2023
Leo and I had a blast! This space is beautiful and well kept. Plenty of space to run around in and a beautiful garden and trees for Leo to sniff around. I came down from San Jose and it was well worth the drive. Val is incredibly hospitable and communicative. A really great experience overall.
55Very, very nice! Wish it was closer to us. A nice mix of sun and shade, plenty of free space to run, and a really good option for my standard poodle to really open up her legs and run.Kelsey D.
Kelsey D.
August 2023
Very, very nice! Wish it was closer to us. A nice mix of sun and shade, plenty of free space to run, and a really good option for my standard poodle to really open up her legs and run.
55Val was a great communicator and provided us with all the information needed to get to her place efficiently. The property is beautifully kept and our pups enjoyed every minute of our time there. We will likely book with Val again.Kristian A.
Kristian A.
June 2023
Val was a great communicator and provided us with all the information needed to get to her place efficiently. The property is beautifully kept and our pups enjoyed every minute of our time there. We will likely book with Val again.
55Truly an awesome, safe, fully fenced spot. My dog loves running around and exploring here. It’s a huge beautiful flat grass area with plenty of room for running and play. There are shaded areas too if you or your dog need a rest. The host is wonderful, communicative and provides toys, water, poop bags, seats and shade for the humans. There’s even more toys and treats available for purchase! This is our favorite spot we’ve found. I wish we could come here every day! I can’t say enough great things about it. Thank you. Charmaine M.
Charmaine M.
June 2023
Truly an awesome, safe, fully fenced spot. My dog loves running around and exploring here. It’s a huge beautiful flat grass area with plenty of room for running and play. There are shaded areas too if you or your dog need a rest. The host is wonderful, communicative and provides toys, water, poop bags, seats and shade for the humans. There’s even more toys and treats available for purchase! This is our favorite spot we’ve found. I wish we could come here every day! I can’t say enough great things about it. Thank you.
55Val provided us with very good instructions! We had no trouble finding the place and our dogs had the best time running around and exploring the huge yard. It was fenced in and wel groomed as well. Thank you for the bonus treats and play toys! We'll be back for sure :)Sneha S.
Sneha S.
June 2023
Val provided us with very good instructions! We had no trouble finding the place and our dogs had the best time running around and exploring the huge yard. It was fenced in and wel groomed as well. Thank you for the bonus treats and play toys! We'll be back for sure :)
55My Aussie had so much fun running around and exploring on this yard. There was so much room for him to play fetch, extra toys to enhance our experience, and water provided. A perfect summer playdate. It’s a beautiful space for pawrents, also. I highly recommend!Jenee B.
Jenee B.
June 2023
My Aussie had so much fun running around and exploring on this yard. There was so much room for him to play fetch, extra toys to enhance our experience, and water provided. A perfect summer playdate. It’s a beautiful space for pawrents, also. I highly recommend!
How do Carmel Valley'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 Carmel Valley 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. 98% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Carmel Valley 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 21 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 3 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 Carmel Valley have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 21 fully fenced dog parks in or near Carmel Valley. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Carmel Valley?
The Carmel Valley area has 21 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 Ash's Private Dog Park In Watsonville.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Carmel Valley?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Carmel Valley. The most popular agility option is Ash's Private Dog Park In Watsonville.
Where in Carmel Valley can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Carmel Valley?
There are 21 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Carmel Valley where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Ash's Private Dog Park In Watsonville.