55Made the drive up from Seattle and made a day of it! What a perfect afternoon getting to enjoy and explore this beautiful space. We kept our guy on a long line and he had a blast. Enjoyed exploring the forbidden path and felt like we could keep going forever. Definitely going to come back and book extra time! Jaimisa & Yelias G.
Jaimisa & Yelias G.
January 2023
Made the drive up from Seattle and made a day of it! What a perfect afternoon getting to enjoy and explore this beautiful space. We kept our guy on a long line and he had a blast. Enjoyed exploring the forbidden path and felt like we could keep going forever. Definitely going to come back and book extra time!
Black Pond Farm - Explore Trails/Woodland Hiking! | Sniffspot
55A very magical location! My number one piece of advice is anything less than 2 hours is not enough time to enjoy this magnificent place. We will be booking 3-4 hours next time and bringing lunch and coffee with us to stay a while.
The Sniffspot parking area and trail was well marked. The trail is clean, well maintained, and wasn't muddy when we went. I wore rubber boots anyways tobe prepared. There is a small peaceful pond with great reflections. I only noticed one pile of dog poop by the pond that wasn't cleaned up by a previous Sniffer, which really isn't that bad. Poop happens. Along the trail, you can locate Sniffspot signs where the host provides information and direction. The host clearly marked the edge of the property and anywhere beyond that is public land and so you should leash your dog and the host warns that anywhere beyond that boundary you may see humans or dogs. The trail has many different offshoots and areas that are more rugged to explore. Human tree lovers will enjoy the follage and magnificent nursing trees. It was truly serene and secluded. I could have camped there! In my opinion the bugs weren't very bad when I went. The host provides bug spray at checkpoints along the trail. We hopped over a small creek on a small stable bridge to enter the next area.
After a short walk along the forest trail you come to an opening with rolling grassy hills (mowed), cedar trees, and a well protected horse pasture. My pup was interested in the horse, but moved off fine. He thinks they are giant puppies. At the clearing there is a canopy shelter, chairs, firepit, and convenience supplies.
I would advise to set a timer and head back towards the car 15-20 minutes before your time is up if you have a dog like mine who likes to smell everything.
On the way back home we stopped at SnoTown coffee for the best coffee I've ever had.
We will be returning here and telling our dog friends about this place and increasing our visit time to a minimum of 3 hours in the future.Nikki B.
Nikki B.
November 2022
A very magical location! My number one piece of advice is anything less than 2 hours is not enough time to enjoy this magnificent place. We will be booking 3-4 hours next time and bringing lunch and coffee with us to stay a while.
The Sniffspot parking area and trail was well marked. The trail is clean, well maintained, and wasn't muddy when we went. I wore rubber boots anyways tobe prepared. There is a small peaceful pond with great reflections. I only noticed one pile of dog poop by the pond that wasn't cleaned up by a previous Sniffer, which really isn't that bad. Poop happens. Along the trail, you can locate Sniffspot signs where the host provides information and direction. The host clearly marked the edge of the property and anywhere beyond that is public land and so you should leash your dog and the host warns that anywhere beyond that boundary you may see humans or dogs. The trail has many different offshoots and areas that are more rugged to explore. Human tree lovers will enjoy the follage and magnificent nursing trees. It was truly serene and secluded. I could have camped there! In my opinion the bugs weren't very bad when I went. The host provides bug spray at checkpoints along the trail. We hopped over a small creek on a small stable bridge to enter the next area.
After a short walk along the forest trail you come to an opening with rolling grassy hills (mowed), cedar trees, and a well protected horse pasture. My pup was interested in the horse, but moved off fine. He thinks they are giant puppies. At the clearing there is a canopy shelter, chairs, firepit, and convenience supplies.
I would advise to set a timer and head back towards the car 15-20 minutes before your time is up if you have a dog like mine who likes to smell everything.
On the way back home we stopped at SnoTown coffee for the best coffee I've ever had.
We will be returning here and telling our dog friends about this place and increasing our visit time to a minimum of 3 hours in the future.
Black Pond Farm - Explore Trails/Woodland Hiking! | Sniffspot
55Wonderful spot! The trails were secluded and tree-filled and surprisingly not too wet. Club Zoomies had a nice covered seating area with lots of balls. Easy to navigate to and helpful signs.April M.
April M.
November 2022
Wonderful spot! The trails were secluded and tree-filled and surprisingly not too wet. Club Zoomies had a nice covered seating area with lots of balls. Easy to navigate to and helpful signs.
How do Clayton'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 Clayton 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 can I find dog hiking trails in Clayton?
There are 5 dog hiking trails in the Clayton area. The most popular dog hiking trail is Stephanie's Private Dog Park In Clayton. You can browse all of our dog hiking trails here.
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.
How much do Sniffspot hiking trails cost?
Dog hiking trails in the Clayton area range from $4.0 and $4.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Ballard-Fenced-Yard-Near-Locks. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Ballard-Fenced-Yard-Near-Locks. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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