55Wonderful large yard with plenty of features like big rocks and multiple seating areas for humans. My dog has general anxiety and he was totally in his element today and just being a dog. Thanks for making this possible, we will be back. Natalie B.
Natalie B.
December 2023
Wonderful large yard with plenty of features like big rocks and multiple seating areas for humans. My dog has general anxiety and he was totally in his element today and just being a dog. Thanks for making this possible, we will be back.
55Our dog had so much fun at this sniff spot! It was welcoming and beautiful with tons of space to run, explore and sniff. Will definitely visit again!Sara S.
Sara S.
December 2023
Our dog had so much fun at this sniff spot! It was welcoming and beautiful with tons of space to run, explore and sniff. Will definitely visit again!
55What a beautiful property! My dogs had a blast running around, climbing the rocks and chasing birds! The areas to sit and take in the view were amazing!! We’ll be back! Megen M.
Megen M.
January 2024
What a beautiful property! My dogs had a blast running around, climbing the rocks and chasing birds! The areas to sit and take in the view were amazing!! We’ll be back!
55Love this spot! Lots of rocks, boulders, terrain for sniffing and exploring. The views are amazing and it was quiet and peaceful. We will definitely come back. Braden B.
Braden B.
January 2024
Love this spot! Lots of rocks, boulders, terrain for sniffing and exploring. The views are amazing and it was quiet and peaceful. We will definitely come back.
55Lovely large area. Our dogs had a great time! My dog in particular is a bit of a nut case so was a bit concerned he’d run head first into one of the cactuses but luckily didn’t. Great workout for the humans going up and down spot as well. Ashley D.
Ashley D.
December 2023
Lovely large area. Our dogs had a great time! My dog in particular is a bit of a nut case so was a bit concerned he’d run head first into one of the cactuses but luckily didn’t. Great workout for the humans going up and down spot as well.
55This spot is beautiful! There is fencing all the way around, I know it's hard to see in the photos. Humans, some portions are not level so make sure to watch where you step. My Bailey had a great time she had never been able to roam around freely in that type of environment before definitely alot of new sniffs. Stephanie M.
Stephanie M.
January 2024
This spot is beautiful! There is fencing all the way around, I know it's hard to see in the photos. Humans, some portions are not level so make sure to watch where you step. My Bailey had a great time she had never been able to roam around freely in that type of environment before definitely alot of new sniffs.
55What a terrific place! I stopped here on my way from San Diego to LA county to let Jeep have some exercise; Jeep ran all over for the whole hour while I sat eating my sandwich watching him have fun. He loved it, we both did.Marie D.
Marie D.
January 2024
What a terrific place! I stopped here on my way from San Diego to LA county to let Jeep have some exercise; Jeep ran all over for the whole hour while I sat eating my sandwich watching him have fun. He loved it, we both did.
55This is one of our new favorite sniffspots! There were so many different types of terrain, rocks, etc that made for lots of sniffs and zoomies! Such an amazing property and the hosts were super nice and sent a message ahead of time to make sure I know how to get in. We will DEFINITELY be back (hopefully on a sunny day next time)!Katie D.
Katie D.
January 2024
This is one of our new favorite sniffspots! There were so many different types of terrain, rocks, etc that made for lots of sniffs and zoomies! Such an amazing property and the hosts were super nice and sent a message ahead of time to make sure I know how to get in. We will DEFINITELY be back (hopefully on a sunny day next time)!
55Our first time using the sniff spot app. This place was perfect. Right amount of space for our dogs to explore. Would definitely come here again. Lynne B.
Lynne B.
June 2023
Our first time using the sniff spot app. This place was perfect. Right amount of space for our dogs to explore. Would definitely come here again.
55Nice private place to take your dog especially if they react to other animals, since there’s no other dogs but the ones you bring. There was plenty of toys , water and trash. lots of rocks and plants to sniff. Carla M.
Carla M.
April 2022
Nice private place to take your dog especially if they react to other animals, since there’s no other dogs but the ones you bring. There was plenty of toys , water and trash. lots of rocks and plants to sniff.
55Beautiful spot. Will come back!
Wear good shoes because the backyard is a hill, steep, and all dirt. Not recommended for those with limited mobility. Callista N.
Callista N.
November 2023
Beautiful spot. Will come back!
Wear good shoes because the backyard is a hill, steep, and all dirt. Not recommended for those with limited mobility.
55We love this Sniffspot! It’s perfect for my dogs, they always have a great time. The hilly terrain gives them a good workout and the views are spectacular!Vickie C.
Vickie C.
September 2022
We love this Sniffspot! It’s perfect for my dogs, they always have a great time. The hilly terrain gives them a good workout and the views are spectacular!
55Our dogs always have a good time running up and down the hill and climbing the boulders. They wear themselves out quickly! Water is always provided as well as a doggy pool for hot days. Liz d.
Liz d.
June 2022
Our dogs always have a good time running up and down the hill and climbing the boulders. They wear themselves out quickly! Water is always provided as well as a doggy pool for hot days.
55Wonderful spot! Not the best if you’re trying to play fetch but running up and down the hill exploring wore my pup out! He was ready to go early! You walk right past the chickens but my dog didn’t even notice them. We will be back!! Stephanie S.
Stephanie S.
March 2022
Wonderful spot! Not the best if you’re trying to play fetch but running up and down the hill exploring wore my pup out! He was ready to go early! You walk right past the chickens but my dog didn’t even notice them. We will be back!!
55Easy to find! Beautiful spot! My foster dog and I had a great time. Such a peaceful spot. Very private. Definitely will come again! Thank you for having us!Aileen H.
Aileen H.
February 2024
Easy to find! Beautiful spot! My foster dog and I had a great time. Such a peaceful spot. Very private. Definitely will come again! Thank you for having us!
55Our 1st time using sniffspot. WOW. This spot was way bigger than we expected. Very quiet and fully fenced. Since it just rained, there was a large puddle we didn’t know our dog was a fan of water until today. It was his favorite part, we’ve never seen him so happy. There were multiple water stations, shade, benches, and toys provided. This spot was easy to find and the best part was the secure chain link fence around the whole property. Remember to bring a towel for your backseat for afterwards, because your dog will have dirty paws after partying at this spot! Brittany R.
Brittany R.
February 2024
Our 1st time using sniffspot. WOW. This spot was way bigger than we expected. Very quiet and fully fenced. Since it just rained, there was a large puddle we didn’t know our dog was a fan of water until today. It was his favorite part, we’ve never seen him so happy. There were multiple water stations, shade, benches, and toys provided. This spot was easy to find and the best part was the secure chain link fence around the whole property. Remember to bring a towel for your backseat for afterwards, because your dog will have dirty paws after partying at this spot!
How do Encinitas's private dog fields 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 Encinitas dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.