55The location was great and the fencing was good all around. We had no issues letting our Malinois run free and chase shadows! We will definitely use again.Brian B.
Brian B.
March 2024
The location was great and the fencing was good all around. We had no issues letting our Malinois run free and chase shadows! We will definitely use again.
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55We always have the best time coming here.. the dogs get so excited when we pull up. After a busy week it was nice to relax and let the dogs run and have fun in a safe space. Fay D.
Fay D.
March 2024
We always have the best time coming here.. the dogs get so excited when we pull up. After a busy week it was nice to relax and let the dogs run and have fun in a safe space.
Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55Had an amazing time, easy to extend visit. Dogs loved exploring. We felt safe letting them run free. We sat at the picnic table and relaxed! The available amenities were also the best! Vanessa H.
Vanessa H.
March 2024
Had an amazing time, easy to extend visit. Dogs loved exploring. We felt safe letting them run free. We sat at the picnic table and relaxed! The available amenities were also the best!
Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55My dogs enjoyed themselves!! They were so tired when they got home! I will def go back! Loved that they left toys for dogs & snacks… and water….nice time! Thank you!!!Christina C.
Christina C.
April 2024
My dogs enjoyed themselves!! They were so tired when they got home! I will def go back! Loved that they left toys for dogs & snacks… and water….nice time! Thank you!!!
Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55Brought my two dogs here and we had a lovely two hours, everything was clearly stated as far as finding the spot, entering, and leaving. Space is well maintained, enjoyed the small attention to details like the signs/mini trails. My younger dog is very reactive so we are extra grateful to have the memories of his first ever fully off leash day ever. Will be back!Taylor W.
Taylor W.
April 2024
Brought my two dogs here and we had a lovely two hours, everything was clearly stated as far as finding the spot, entering, and leaving. Space is well maintained, enjoyed the small attention to details like the signs/mini trails. My younger dog is very reactive so we are extra grateful to have the memories of his first ever fully off leash day ever. Will be back!
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55This place is awesome. It has plenty of room for your dogs to roam around and explore. They made little trails around the property and have toys to play with if you didn’t bring anything. I’ll definitely be back again. Audrey M.
Audrey M.
April 2024
This place is awesome. It has plenty of room for your dogs to roam around and explore. They made little trails around the property and have toys to play with if you didn’t bring anything. I’ll definitely be back again.
Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55This was a great spot with thoughtful amenities - toys, bug spray, a welcome guide, and the all-important WATER! Perfect for my reactive dog, absolutely no dogs or humans were seen or heard and thats exactly what we were looking for. We only stayed a little while due to the heat but Radar had a wonderful time and we'll certainly be back soon for more adventuring :)Matt E.
Matt E.
May 2024
This was a great spot with thoughtful amenities - toys, bug spray, a welcome guide, and the all-important WATER! Perfect for my reactive dog, absolutely no dogs or humans were seen or heard and thats exactly what we were looking for. We only stayed a little while due to the heat but Radar had a wonderful time and we'll certainly be back soon for more adventuring :)
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55We had a good time - a good amount of room for my dog to run and explore and fencing was perfect for my dog. So nice to be able to let my dog run around without worrying about her leaving the property or bothering my neighbors. Sandra N.
Sandra N.
May 2024
We had a good time - a good amount of room for my dog to run and explore and fencing was perfect for my dog. So nice to be able to let my dog run around without worrying about her leaving the property or bothering my neighbors.
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55Cutest place for your dog! We loved the little trails! Plenty of space with dog toys, water, poop bags, & first aid kit. It also had plenty of shade for you & your pup. Krystle P.
Krystle P.
May 2024
Cutest place for your dog! We loved the little trails! Plenty of space with dog toys, water, poop bags, & first aid kit. It also had plenty of shade for you & your pup.
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55Excellent and extremely clean as always. The large container has been removed from the front area. Just beware some of the vegetation has small burrs that you may find in your dog's coat. Very nicely stocked with toys and a picnic table to lounge, a clear area to run around and the more woodsy areas for exploration. A lovely spot every time. Maureen D.
Maureen D.
June 2024
Excellent and extremely clean as always. The large container has been removed from the front area. Just beware some of the vegetation has small burrs that you may find in your dog's coat. Very nicely stocked with toys and a picnic table to lounge, a clear area to run around and the more woodsy areas for exploration. A lovely spot every time.
Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55The best sniff spot in all of San Antonio area! I have a reactive dog so we have a hard time finding places that have absolutely no other dogs seen or heard. This spot is the biggest and most thoughtful place there is. Dog pool, toys, trails, etc. Well worth the drive. 11/10 Emily A.
Emily A.
June 2024
The best sniff spot in all of San Antonio area! I have a reactive dog so we have a hard time finding places that have absolutely no other dogs seen or heard. This spot is the biggest and most thoughtful place there is. Dog pool, toys, trails, etc. Well worth the drive. 11/10
Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55It's a nice shady place but beware it's burr season and my 1 short hair dog was fine but my golden was covered in them, had to spend 20 min brushing her out. So if u have long hair dogs maybe put a shirt in them.Linda G.
Linda G.
June 2024
It's a nice shady place but beware it's burr season and my 1 short hair dog was fine but my golden was covered in them, had to spend 20 min brushing her out. So if u have long hair dogs maybe put a shirt in them.
Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55This was such a great experience, and we will definitely be coming back. The area had plenty of places for my dogs to explore and even included small trails and a stick library! We were impressed with attention to detail, including a list of dog-friendly restaurants near by (we followed the BBQ recommendation and it was great). The area was quiet and my girls slept the whole way home.Ash A.
Ash A.
August 2024
This was such a great experience, and we will definitely be coming back. The area had plenty of places for my dogs to explore and even included small trails and a stick library! We were impressed with attention to detail, including a list of dog-friendly restaurants near by (we followed the BBQ recommendation and it was great). The area was quiet and my girls slept the whole way home.
Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55We love this private oasis and we especially love that’s undeveloped land. It’s the perfect place for city pups to experience the hill country.Elizabeth R.
Elizabeth R.
August 2024
We love this private oasis and we especially love that’s undeveloped land. It’s the perfect place for city pups to experience the hill country.
Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55Host is very accommodating and we love having a place to take my reactive dog to free roam. Today we were able to take Halloween photos of our dogs. Alex C.
Alex C.
October 2024
Host is very accommodating and we love having a place to take my reactive dog to free roam. Today we were able to take Halloween photos of our dogs.
Madeleine's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55This was a great place to let my three big grandpuppies run and play. Our host was friendly and had plenty of water, chairs, toys and even had towels to wipe the dogs paws off if we wanted them. Nanette N.
Nanette N.
May 2023
This was a great place to let my three big grandpuppies run and play. Our host was friendly and had plenty of water, chairs, toys and even had towels to wipe the dogs paws off if we wanted them.
How do Helotes'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 Helotes 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Helotes 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 177 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 15 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.
Sniffspot has 177 fully fenced dog parks in or near Helotes. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Helotes?
The Helotes area has 177 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 Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Helotes?
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