55This is a great spot. The trails are well marked and plentiful. We were an hour and didn’t hit every trail. Host was great, welcomed us with a map and sent us off on our adventure. We will definitely be back.Amanda H.
55My dog Pixel and I both enjoyed our visit. The trails are well-kept and labeled. The instructions are obvious and easy to follow! 100% will be back againArthur S.
55Amazing sniffspot! We had a great time. The trails are incredibly well maintained (and the map certainly helps although you can't really get lost). Martin was so helpful and always responsive. He has a beautiful property. We will definitely be back - summers are a little hot for my pup but there's shade throughout. We'll probably be spending most of our winter weekends here! Although the property is technically unfenced (and stated that way), the way the trails are groomed gives some nice boundaries. We still had our long leash on just in case but that's a personal choice! We're so looking forward to our next visit!! Thanks Martin!!Amy K.
55Wonderful sniffspot, and the new bridge across the marsh really opens up the trails. My dog loves coming here, and my husband and I are happy to bring her.April T.
55What a beautiful property! Based on reviews, I booked 2 hrs for us to make the most of the trails and think we covered them all with over 5km tracked. Almost all of the trails are well-groomed, with some long grass on just a couple. We were very thankful for the map! We wouldn’t have gotten lost but it was helpful to make sure we covered as much of the property as possible. Luna had THE BEST time! Thank you for meeting us at the parking spot to welcome us! We took the owner’s advice and first headed left to “Downhill”. The view of “Meadow” and the new boardwalk was lovely! “Guardian” and “Locust” trails took some extra time to navigate the longer grass but still doable. Luna loved a dip in the creek! We will be back - thank you! Helen C.
55Wonderful set of trails and very well marked! We had a great time - thank you!Anne T.
55We’ve been to this spot many times and always love it! Since our last visit they’ve finished a lovely raised walkway over a particularly wet muddy section - this was especially appreciated today, as we visited after a heavy rainfall. As always, great sniffs, quiet and isolated - this is a great spot for sensitive pups. Erin and Jason B.
55We always enjoy coming here! The property is kept clean and there is a lovely new wooden bridge to help keep you dry in the areas that typically gather water. We love it!Alyssa P.
55Beautiful spot! Map was easy to understand once you got going, had to turn around at one point because the marsh crossing (I believe) was too overgrown to go through. Could also have been my mapping skills at that point though! Loved the creek area where our dogs could cool off. Didn’t have time to explore the full property so I am very excited to return! Host was friendly and accommodating, bringing us out a printed map. My Boston Terrier had a blast and so did I! Megan K.
55A beautiful spot for both dogs and people
Lots of trails all groomed with lovely meadows and woods
Had a great time Peggy V.
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.
Distractions seen/heard from the spot
Other dogsSometimes
Other domestic animalsSometimes
Other peopleSometimes
Private entryYes
Amenities
River, stream or creek
Chairs
Woods
Trail
Trash can
Wetlands
Pricing
$16 per dog per hour
50% off all dogs after the 1st dog
25% off hourly price for 30 min visit
Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits! This spot offers additional discounts.
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Location
Hamilton, Ontario
Description
***IMPORTANT: all prices listed are in USD and guests will be charged in USD***
With big wide open trails, forest, marsh, creeks and wildlife, this doggy paradise is attracting visitors from all over southern Ontario.
Trail map is found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1do57Iq23GVfcDxiEGihv7dVUWFXBSrGq/view?usp=drive_link
Trails are open, mowed and maintained all year long. We host a beekeeper who has about 40 hives on a well-marked and avoidable section of one trail. The bees won't be out until April but please avoid the hives anyway.
Read the reviews to get a good sense for what kind of experience you will have. We are grateful for all the positive feedback and pledge to make your experience just as fantastic.
Cleanliness
99% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.
Hazards
This spot has a water feature, make sure to review these guidelines for visiting spots with water before visiting: https://help.sniffspot.com/article/167-how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-around-pools-and-water
Bee hives on one trail - they don't like small dogs! Easy to avoid, well marked. Bees aren't active in fall and winter, but stay away from the hives anyway.
We live out in the country and there are coyotes. They are very shy, and if you stay on or near the trails you will never see them. Avoid dusk or early morning if this is a concern for you.
The west side cutover from Meadow to Black Walnut can be up to a foot deep.
Host Rules
Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
1 hour
Max dogs per booking
10
Is the host present?
I prefer to meet my guests on their first visits
Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.
Booking Policies
Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.
In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies
Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.
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Meet your host
Martin S.
Joined in November 2023
I love to ski, so I cut a lot of trails. My dog Teddy is a shy but friendly Shitzu-Poodle mix who likes to go on long walks. Teddy and I are happy to share the trails with other dogs.
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