55We had a great time! The property and space you get to roam in is absolutely beautiful. The dogs had fun running around, exploring the creek and the wooded area.Angela W.
Angela W.
February 2024
We had a great time! The property and space you get to roam in is absolutely beautiful. The dogs had fun running around, exploring the creek and the wooded area.
55Our dog really enjoyed bouncing through the brush and splashing in the creek. Make sure you're wearing appropriate clothing and boots for long, dense grass, thick brush, and water (if you decide to cross the creek). If you struggle at all with hills, bring hiking poles for stability.
There's also a nice flat grassy space near the parking area, which was perfect for Ryleigh to run and chase a frisbee.
Make sure to bring a towel if your dog likes the water and to check your dog and yourself carefully for ticks afterwards - we found a couple between her toes and in my boots. Heather R.
Heather R.
February 2024
Our dog really enjoyed bouncing through the brush and splashing in the creek. Make sure you're wearing appropriate clothing and boots for long, dense grass, thick brush, and water (if you decide to cross the creek). If you struggle at all with hills, bring hiking poles for stability.
There's also a nice flat grassy space near the parking area, which was perfect for Ryleigh to run and chase a frisbee.
Make sure to bring a towel if your dog likes the water and to check your dog and yourself carefully for ticks afterwards - we found a couple between her toes and in my boots.
55Kevin was great. We really enjoyed this spot. Our dogs had so much fun running through the bush and creek. This place will be phenomenal once Kevin’s plans can come to fruition.
It does have lots of brush to go through so wear proper footwear and clothing. Vicki R.
Vicki R.
March 2024
Kevin was great. We really enjoyed this spot. Our dogs had so much fun running through the bush and creek. This place will be phenomenal once Kevin’s plans can come to fruition.
It does have lots of brush to go through so wear proper footwear and clothing.
55Lovely space for a good off-leash wander! We didn't see any wildlife this time, but did relocate a few ticks. The stream was lovely and a refreshing dip for my pooch.
Thanks to the hosts for curating their space! Brenna C.
Brenna C.
March 2024
Lovely space for a good off-leash wander! We didn't see any wildlife this time, but did relocate a few ticks. The stream was lovely and a refreshing dip for my pooch.
Thanks to the hosts for curating their space!
55Had a great time at Kevin’s Sniffspot today with our two dogs! There was so much to do. We went on a little hike along the creek, the dogs took a dip in the water and we finished off the visit playing fetch in the clearing near the arrival spot. Will come again!B K.
B K.
March 2024
Had a great time at Kevin’s Sniffspot today with our two dogs! There was so much to do. We went on a little hike along the creek, the dogs took a dip in the water and we finished off the visit playing fetch in the clearing near the arrival spot. Will come again!
55We had a great time on the property with our dog! Kevin is working hard to get the property more cleared, which means more space for running and exploring. The creek is fun to explore.Laurel A.
Laurel A.
March 2024
We had a great time on the property with our dog! Kevin is working hard to get the property more cleared, which means more space for running and exploring. The creek is fun to explore.
55Our pups had a blast! Beautiful walk through the clearing and river stops for a drink and play! There were a few pretty little waterfalls too.
Kevin greeted us at our meeting spot and shared where we could go. Great communication. We will be back!Candace H.
Candace H.
April 2024
Our pups had a blast! Beautiful walk through the clearing and river stops for a drink and play! There were a few pretty little waterfalls too.
Kevin greeted us at our meeting spot and shared where we could go. Great communication. We will be back!
55We had a great time at Kevin’s place! Kevin was lovely and greeted us at the entrance to tell us about the property. I went with my mom and our dogs couldn’t get enough playing in the creek!Valerie A.
Valerie A.
May 2024
We had a great time at Kevin’s place! Kevin was lovely and greeted us at the entrance to tell us about the property. I went with my mom and our dogs couldn’t get enough playing in the creek!
55Absolutely fantastic spot! The owner was very friendly and helpful and I love that he met with us when we got there to let us know about the property. Also very dog knowledgeable. My girl is very friendly but a little reserved and he was fantastic meeting with her.
The property is very large and varied which is great for letting dogs explore and get different experiences. Yuki especially loved running over the log and walking in the creek but there was also long grass and forest and it was just great.
One note to guests is to wear long pants. I should have thought about that since I'd seen pictures of the property but for some reason it slipped my mind and with tall grass and thistles and such wearing short pants was a poor choice on my part 😄.
Would definitely visit again. We had a fantastic time. Thanks! Danica B.
Danica B.
July 2024
Absolutely fantastic spot! The owner was very friendly and helpful and I love that he met with us when we got there to let us know about the property. Also very dog knowledgeable. My girl is very friendly but a little reserved and he was fantastic meeting with her.
The property is very large and varied which is great for letting dogs explore and get different experiences. Yuki especially loved running over the log and walking in the creek but there was also long grass and forest and it was just great.
One note to guests is to wear long pants. I should have thought about that since I'd seen pictures of the property but for some reason it slipped my mind and with tall grass and thistles and such wearing short pants was a poor choice on my part 😄.
Would definitely visit again. We had a fantastic time. Thanks!
55This is a great exploring spot, and the little creek crossing is fun! As indicated, it isn't fenced, but I kept my dog on a long lead. As others noted, you will likely want to wear long pants and shoes/boots. The host was very friendly and great with my girl. We will be back!Shannon K.
Shannon K.
September 2024
This is a great exploring spot, and the little creek crossing is fun! As indicated, it isn't fenced, but I kept my dog on a long lead. As others noted, you will likely want to wear long pants and shoes/boots. The host was very friendly and great with my girl. We will be back!
CLOSED: Room for Zoomies: Aspen Maze, Run Fun | Sniffspot
55Enchanting place for all to totally relax!! Room for Zoomies is a tranquil safe place for dogs to be dogs, and for people to enjoy watching their dog(s) play, explore, relax, investigate and then just chill out!!Kerry D.
Kerry D.
May 2021
Enchanting place for all to totally relax!! Room for Zoomies is a tranquil safe place for dogs to be dogs, and for people to enjoy watching their dog(s) play, explore, relax, investigate and then just chill out!!
CLOSED: Room for Zoomies: Aspen Maze, Run Fun | Sniffspot
55Beautiful space in a wonderful quiet setting with lovely open fields of soft grass to play and zoom (and wrestle) in, perfext for running joyfully through the trees and sniff-exploring the woodland border, our playdate was a blast! We will visit again, for sure! Selena S.
Selena S.
May 2021
Beautiful space in a wonderful quiet setting with lovely open fields of soft grass to play and zoom (and wrestle) in, perfext for running joyfully through the trees and sniff-exploring the woodland border, our playdate was a blast! We will visit again, for sure!
How do Malahat'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 Malahat 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. 0% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Malahat 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 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 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.
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